13 - Technical Requirements 1

SCHEDULE 72 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Carpet and Floor Coverings

The Special Item Number (SINs) descriptions listed in the solicitation are not complete in themselves. Tests and other applicable technical requirements are defined in Purchase Description (PD) 3FNE-00-591a.

NOTE: The following technical requirements listed in PD 3FNE-00-591a ARE NOT applicable to Schedule 72: the requirement for pre-award testing to be completed no earlier than 180 calendar days prior to addition of the products to contract and the requirement to certify that the product construction/components have not changed and that the product continues to meet test requirements 30 months after award.

NOTE: Any broadloom item listed below may be offered with and/or without attached cushion (or hardback), as long as the attached cushion or hardback meets the minimum requirement as stated in the above PD, as applicable. Any tile item may be offered with cushionback or hardback as long as it passes the AACHEN test and other requirements as stated in the above PD. See PD 3FNE-00-591a and the requirements below for all testing requirements prior to submitting an offer.

Offers of Items with Environmental Attributes. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Section 6002, and Executive Order (E.O.) 13101, Greening the Government through Waste Prevention, Recycling, and Federal Acquisition, require Federal agencies to consider the procurement of products containing post-consumer recycled content. E.O. 13101 also requires Federal agencies to consider the procurement of ‘environmentally preferable’ and biobased products. (See the GSA/FAS environmental web site at www.gsa.gov/environ for a glossary of these terms; click on “Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines” to access E.O. 13101.) GSA encourages submission of products with environmental attributes to facilitate agency procurements of these products. If you are offering environmentally oriented product, please identify them as such in your offer, providing detailed descriptions of the environmental attribute. Also provide certification required by SIN 31-601, as applicable.

The following technical information must be listed in either the commercial brochures or in the contractor catalog/pricelist cover sheet:

1. Method of construction (tufted, woven, etc.)

2. Surface texture (level loop, cut pile, etc)

3. Pile fiber and brand

4. Pile weight (ozs/sq) (finish)

5. Pile Height (inch)

6. Tuft Bind (Loop Pile, cut and loop, tip sheared only)

7. Gauge

8. Stitches per inch

9. Backing

10. GSA Fire Safety Rating (See Technical Requirement in the technical requirement booklet (TRB) at the website www.fedbizopps.gov

11. Flammability (Test Method & Rating)*

12. Antimicrobial Effectiveness (if applicable) – state test performed and specific results of each test. For example, provide percent reduction (part II test) or results when tested fiber up and fiber down (Parts I & III tests). Test results in tests I and III are considered passing if ether specimen, fiber up or fiber down meet test criteria; however, results for both specimen must be reported.

13. Density (Using the formula “Density = (36 x pile wt.) divided by pile ht.”

14. CRI Green Label Compliance No. (if applicable).

*Test rating for the radiant panel flammability requirements must be prominently displayed, clearly stating the test conditions, e.g., attached rubber cushion, over standard pad, and/or direct glue down. Also, a cautionary statement shall be included that the critical radiant flux levels reported are only applicable when installation corresponds to the testing conditions, e.g., critical radiant flux levels obtained in a direct glue down test are not valid for installation over pad.

SIN 31-301 Broadloom Carpet Carpet shall meet the requirements of PD 3FNE-00-591a and Level Gold under NSF/ANSI 140-2007 Sustainable Carpet Assessment Standard. Certification for NSF- 140 Gold standard must come from a 3rd party.

SIN 31-302 Broadloom Carpet Carpet shall meet the requirements of PD 3FNE-00-591a with the exceptions noted below.

Minimums for olefin and/or olefin/nylon blends cut pile: 5,000 density, 32 oz/yd² pile weight

4.5 twist (singles & ply) loop pile: 4,500 density 28 oz/yd² pile weight

SIN 31-303 Carpet Tile Carpet tiles shall meet the requirements of PD 3FNE-00-591a and Level Gold under NSF/ANSI 140-2007 Sustainable Carpet Assessment Standard. Certification for NSF- 140 Gold standard must come from a 3rd party.

SIN 31-304 Special Use Broadloom Carpet and Carpet Tiles http://www.fedbizopps.gov/

Carpet shall meet the requirements of PD 3FNE-00-591a with the exceptions noted below. Offerors must identify the type of special use application (a through f) offered.

(a) Antimicrobial

(b) Computer grade

(c) Indoor/outdoor (solution dyed olefin; colorfastness 4@ 1,000 hours, yarn ply and twist do not apply; tuft bind does not apply to nonwoven items)

(d) Stain resistant

(e) Residential

Minimums for nylon: 3,400 density

3.5 twist (singles and ply) 28 oz/yd² pile weight colorfastness – 4 @ 40 hours

Minimums for wool & olefin: 4.5 twist (singles and ply) 30-oz/yd² pile weight

(f) High performance/heavy duty

Minimums for nylon 5,000 density 1/10 gauge 300 oz. tuft bind for loop pile

4.75 twist singles and ply for cut pile delamination strength 4.0 lb 40 oz/yd² pile weight for loop pile, 50 oz/yd² pile weight for cut pile

SIN 31-305 Carpet Cushion Carpet cushion shall meet the requirements of PD 3FNE-00-591a.

SIN 31-401Resilient (Hard Surface) Tile Tile shall meet the requirements of the applicable standards listed below.

(a) vinyl composition tile in accordance with ASTM F 1066, Composition 1, Class 1 and Class 2

(b) solid vinyl tile in accordance with ASTM F 1700

(c) rubber tile in accordance with ASTM F 1344, Class 1

(d) linoleum tile in accordance with ASTM F 2034

(e) residential grade vinyl composition tile, such as ASTM F 1066, Composition 1, Class 3, and other products marketed as residential grade

(f) ESD tile ESD flooring electrical resistance requirements are minimum 25,000 ohms; maximum 107 ohms. Electrical resistance is measured according to the general methodology of NFPA 99, modified to 70 degrees, 20% relative humidity, using 100 volts in lieu of 500 volts. Use appropriate instrumentation as recommended by IBM for performance of their version of the NFPA method.

Products with nonpermanent surface finishes are not acceptable. in addition to the surface-to-ground test, surface-to-surface testing is required).

(g) Vinyl and laminate plank and prefinished, engineered wood constructions are acceptable under this SIN. Cite applicable industry standards

Offered items shall also pass ASTM E 648 (Radiant Panel Test) with a critical radiant flux in either Class I (0.45 watts/cm2 or more) or Class 2 (0.22 watts/cm2 or more) and ASTM E 662 (Smoke Density Test) with a maximum specific optical density of 450 (flaming mode). Radiant Panel and Smoke Density tests shall be not more than 1 year old at time of offer.

The Contracting Officer reserves the right to require copies of current test results at any time before or during the contract.

A letter signed and dated by an official of the company, certifying all items meet the above test requirements (applicable industry product standard and radiant panel and smoke density tests) shall be enclosed with the offer. Information furnished by the offeror in accordance with previous requirements shall in no way affect the Government’s right to inspect and test supplies for conformance with all contract requirements.

SIN 31-402 Resilient (Hard Surface) Sheet Flooring Sheet flooring shall meet the requirements of the applicable standards listed below.

(a) vinyl sheet with and without backing in accordance with ASTM F 1303

(b) linoleum in accordance with ASTM F 2034

(c) rubber sheet in accordance with ASTM F 1344 (tile squareness not applicable)

(d) residential grade sheet (products marketed as residential)

(e) electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection sheet flooring. ESD flooring electrical resistance requirements are minimum 25,000 ohms; maximum 107 ohms.

Electrical resistance is measured according to the general methodology of NFPA 99, modified to 70 degrees, 20% relative humidity, using 100 volts in lieu of 500 volts. Use appropriate instrumentation as recommended by IBM for performance of their version of the NFPA method. Products with nonpermanent surface finishes are not acceptable.

Offered items shall also pass ASTM E 648 (Radiant Panel Test) with a critical radiant flux in either Class I (0.45 watts/cm2 or more) or Class 2 (0.22 watts/cm2 or more) and ASTM E 662 (Smoke Density Test) with a maximum specific optical density of 450 (flaming mode). Radiant Panel and Smoke Density tests shall be not more than 1 year old at time of offer.

The Contracting Officer reserves the right to require copies of current test results at any time before or during the contract.

A letter signed and dated by an official of the company, certifying all items meet the above test requirements (applicable industry product standard and radiant panel and smoke density tests) shall be enclosed with the offer. Information furnished by the offeror in accordance with previous requirements shall in no way affect the Government’s right to inspect and test supplies for conformance with all contract requirements.

SIN 31-501 Mats and Matting (With and Without Logos) Mats and matting shall not skid, curl, distort or otherwise cause a safety hazard in normal traffic use and shall be capable of withstanding frequent washing.

(a) Interlocking modular mats shall be rigid or semi-rigid, rubber or plastic composition having a raised, open grid construction permitting free passage of water, liquids and dirt; fungi and grease resistant, easy to clean and usable indoors or outdoors.

(b) Carpet type mats and matting shall be nylon, polyester, polypropylene (including grass type) or other synthetic or natural face fiber, tufted, woven or bonded to a solid rubber or vinyl backing. Coir fiber acceptable, except in mats 762mm by 502mm, plus or minus 25mm. Oriental/floral designs are unacceptable.

(c) Antistatic, carpet type or smooth faced mats and matting shall be tested in accordance with:

(1)AATCC 134 for static generation and

(2) the general methodology of NFPA 99 for electrical with resistance. NFPA 99 is modified to 21 degrees Celsius, 20% relative humidity and 100 volts in lieu of 500 volts. Items shall have a maximum static generation (AATCC 134) of 2.0 kV and an electrical resistance (NFPA 99) between a minimum of 25,000 ohms and a maximum of 109 ohms. Static control shall be permanently built into the material through conductive fibers, grids, and filaments, grounding devices or similar methods. Included are chair mats and area mats not to exceed 15.24 m2.

Carpet tiles and desktop mats are not acceptable. Before administering the AATCC 134 test, all items must be cleaned once in accordance with AATCC 138 or AATCC 171 and then rinsed twice using the same extraction system, but with clear, hot water, flooding under tap water to ensure removal of cleaning agents.

(d) Wire woven rubber or plastic link mats with logos woven therein. Links material shall be stain and mar free.

(e) Industrial carpet tile synthetic or natural (such as coir) fiber, tufted, nonwoven or needle punched into a tile back, or car, truck or automobile tires abraded to expose fiber plies, all with carpet-like appearance. Intended for utilitarian indoor/outdoor use as a mat, runner for entrances, walkways and industrial areas. Tile shall not curl whether glued down or free-lay. Colors shall be durable and not run or fade.

NOTE: All mats and matting with carpet-like appearance shall meet the flammability regulation DOC-FF-1-70 (Pill Test). Test results for static generation (AATCC 134) and static resistance (NFPA 99) and Pill Test must be submitted with the offer, from an independent laboratory and not more than 1 year old at time of offer.

SIN 31-502 Mats and Matting (With and Without Logos)

Mats and matting shall not skid, curl, distort or otherwise cause a safety hazard in normal traffic use and shall be capable of withstanding frequent washing.

(a) resilient mats and matting with and without logos, unbacked, open construction, rubber or plastic composition, fungi and grease resistant, regular or heavy duty types.

(b) polyethylene (such as Astroturf type) with and without logos, vinyl or vinyl coated fiber mats and matting, forming a loop or cut pile surface; carpet type appearance, tufted or woven or other manufacture, with solid attached cushion.

(c) anti-slip mats and matting, mineral coated or other anti-slip top surface, low profile, vinyl or rubber with ribbed or flat surface; grease, oil and fungus resistant.

(d) anti-fatigue mats and matting include items marketed as having anti-fatigue properties, to relieve body stress of workers whose tasks require standing for long periods of time; examples of anti-fatigue construction are a homogeneous rubber or plastic construction with a raised surface design; or 2-piece construction with foam base bonded to a solid rubber or plastic top, except mats 762mm by 914mm, plus or minus 25mm.

(e) Interlocking modular mats shall be rigid or semi-rigid rubber or plastic composition with closed grid construction.

SIN 31-601 Recycled and/or Biobased Content Flooring All carpets, carpet tile and carpet cushion shall meet performance and other applicable requirements in PD 3FNE 00-591a, except that post-consumer recycled wool is exempt from the Woolmark/Woolblend Mark certification. Carpets made with polyester, olefin, and other synthetic fibers shall meet additional applicable minimum requirements under SIN 31-302 for commercial carpets and SIN 31-304e for residential carpets. Resilient (hard surface) flooring and mats and matting shall meet all requirements of SIN descriptions 31-401, 31-402, 31-501 and 31-502, as applicable.

Certify minimum percentage of post-consumer recycled and/or biobased content, explaining how the percentage was calculated. Certification must be a letter referencing each applicable style name, listing minimum percentage of post-consumer recycled and/or biobased material content, and signed and dated by an authorized representative of the manufacturer. Include Comprehensive Procurement Guideline (CPG) items designated by the Environmental Protection Agency in accordance with Executive Order (EO) 13101, as well as other environmentally oriented items to assist agencies in meeting EO 13101. For CPG items, certify theoffered item contains the percent of post-consumer recycled content required by the EO.

SIN 31-602 Flooring Recycling Programs Only offerors who are awarded a contract for a basic product SIN are eligible for award under this SIN. Provide detailed information on your commercial recycling programs designed to minimize solid waste disposal. Examples are programs that include take back of old carpet tile, mats and matting and processing it for re-use; take back of old carpet and carpet tile for recycling into carpet and tile backing or other products such as park benches, parking stops, etc. Offers will be evaluated on an individual basis.

SIN 31-604 Optional Installation (Carpet and Hard Surface) Only offerors who are awarded a contract for at least one of the basic product SINs are eligible for award under this SIN. Hard surface flooring installation shall be in accordance with the most current issue of the Resilient Floor Covering Institute Recommended Work Practices (available at www.rfci.com) for all aspects not specifically covered by the manufacturer’s recommended procedures, i.e., moisture tests, adhesion tests, compatible adhesives, seam sealers, etc., as applicable. Carpet installation shall be in accordance with the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) standards for installation of Textile Floorcovering Materials (104 for Commercial/105 for Residential) for all aspects not specifically covered by manufacturers recommendations. Except for Furniture Lifting for carpet installation, prices shall be based on a carpet installation in an open, empty office/dormitory/quarters space on a “clean floor”. A “clean floor” is one whose condition is appropriate to accept carpet with no additional preparation other than possibly sweeping clean. A power stretcher must be used for all installations.

Floor must be vacuumed after installation. Trash may not be disposed of on Government property.

The Contractor shall comply with Federal, State and local laws, regulations (including applicable environmental requirements, e.g., asbestos, mold and mildew issues).

NOTE: Pricing is to include basic removal, disposal and floor preparation; services above $500 and work necessary to address potentially complex environmental problems, such asbestos abatement, mold and mildew, or extensive floor preparation shall be negotiated with the Government on a case-by-case basis.

SIN 31-998 Worldwide Products (International) SIN This SIN covers items for use only in foreign destinations. Items that will be sold within the United States shall be offered under one of the other SINs, as appropriate. Items offered under this SIN shall comply with one of the other SIN descriptions in this schedule, excluding any performance test requirements. Offerors shall identify the SINs that describe the items being offered by checking the categories below. Offerors shall certify that items offered have been tested and found to comply with minimum safety standards for the countries in which the products are sold.

SIN 31-999 Introduction of New Service/Products (INSP) Items offered under this SIN shall conform to recognized industry performance and safety standards. Vendors shall identify applicable standards and provide evidence that products have be tested and conform to the standards. C-FSS-411

STANDARDS

GSA Standards and Descriptions are available from http://www.gsa.gov/furniturespecs, or write to:

GSA/FAS/3QSAB

Integrated Workplace Acquisition Center 2200 Crystal Drive, Room 400 Arlington, VA 22202

PHONE: (703) 605-9180

FAX: (703) 605 9260

NSF Standards are available from:

NSF International P.O. Box 130140 789 N. Dixboro Road Ann Arbor, MI 48113-0140, USA

ASTM Standards are available from:

American Society for Testing and Material 1916 Race St.

Philadelphia, PA 19103

AATCC Test Methods are available from:

American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists P. O. Box 12215 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

TESTING SERVICES

Commerce Department National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP)

The following is a list of NVLAP approved Laboratories which may be used to perform testing. This listing is not all inclusive. For further information contact:

National Institute of Standards and Technology National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program

Building 820, Room 282 Gaithersburg, MD 20899 Tel. 301-975-4016 Fax: 301-975-3839 http://ts.nist.gov/standards/scopes/carpt.htm

Testing Services Inc.

P. O. Box 2041 Dalton, GA 30722 Tel: 706-226-1400

Professional Testing Laboratories 714 Glenwood Place Dalton, GA 30721 Tel: 706-226-3283

Independent Textile Testing Service 1503 Murray Ave.

P. O. Box 1948 Dalton, GA 30722-1948 Tel: 706-278-3013

Commercial Testing Company 1215 S. Hamilton St.

P. O. Box 985 Dalton, GA 30722-0985 Tel: 706-278-3935 http://ts.nist.gov/standards/scopes/carpt.htm

Furnishings

SIN 722-01 Lamps/Shades All lamps shall meet domestic-use or overseas-use requirements, which follow. If lamps for overseas–use are offered, the matrix on the next page must be completed.

All lamps must include appropriate shade. OFFERS FOR SHADES ONLY WILL NOT

BE ACCEPTED.

The government encourages the availability of a wide variety of lamp styles for its users including, but not limited to traditional, contemporary, classic, etc. ENERGY EFFICIENT PRODUCTS ARE ENCOURAGED. Lamps that use incandescent, florescent, compact florescent or halogen lighting are acceptable. If halogen lighting is provided, appropriate Consumer Product Safety Commission cautionary warnings shall be included. Individual bulbs will not be accepted.

DOMESTIC-USE LAMPS

Lamps for domestic use shall be designed to operate on 120 volts, 60 Hertz, single phase power. When lamps are equipped with a power cord, the cord shall be either a three wire grounding cable assembly or a two wire cable assembly with a 2-prong polarized plug. If the lamp is designed to be hardwired into the existing electrical system, complete installation instructions and mounting hardware (if required) shall be provided with each lamp. The cable assembly shall be at least 7 feet in length. Lamps shall be in accordance with UL Standard No. 153.

Acceptable evidence of the complete domestic lamp meeting the requirements of UL Standard No. 153 shall be the UL label or listing mark or a certified test report from a recognized, independent testing laboratory acceptable to the Government indicating that the lamps have been tested and conform to the requirements of UL Standard 153.

All resultant contractors must keep on file at the product facility a certified test report acceptable to the Government from a recognized testing laboratory indicating that the lamps have been tested to the applicable requirements of the UL Standard.

OVERSEAS-USE LAMPS

When Lamps for overseas are equipped with a power cord, the cord shall have a three wire grounding cable assembly with a cord set. The cable assembly shall be at least 7 feet in length and shall be designed to operate in accordance with the requirements for the various countries as follows. The plug configuration for the cord set shall be as specified below. If the lamp is designed to be hardwired into the existing electrical system, complete installation instructions and mounting hardware (if required) shall be provided with each lamp. Lamps for overseas use shall meet all safety and testing requirements applicable to that country.

Lamps for overseas-use shall have the appropriate lamp plugs for the countries for which the lamps are intended.

Offerors are required to complete the matrix below for the foreign countries for which they intend to supply lamps. If lamps are being supplied which are designed for use in foreign countries other than those listed, please identify them at the end of the following matrix.

TYPE OF ELECTRIC PLUG COUNTRY POWER SUPPLY

REQUIREMENTS

OFFERED

(YES or NO)

Oblique Flat Blades

Round Pin Attachment Plug England 240/480 Volts, 50 Hertz

Rectangular Blade Plug England 240/480 Volts, 50 Hertz

“Schuko” Plug and Receptacle with Side Grounding Contacts

Germany 220/380 Volts, 50 Hertz

“Schuko” Plug and Receptacle with Side Grounding Contacts

Italy 220/380 Volts, 50 Hertz

Round Pin Attachment Plug Italy 220/380 Volts, 50 Hertz

Flat Blade Attachment Plug Japan 100/200 Volts, 60 Hertz

Flat Blade Attachment Plug Korea 220/380 Volts, 60 Hertz

“Schuko” Plug and Receptacle with Side Grounding Contacts

Korea 220/380 Volts, 60 Hertz

Flat Blade Attachment Plug Philippines 120/240 Volts, 60 Hertz

Flat Blades with Round Grounding Pin

Philippines 120/240 Volts, 60 Hertz

Round Pin Attachment Plug Philippines 120/240 Volts, 60 Hertz

Round Pins with Ground Philippines 120/240 Volts, 60 Hertz

Oblique Flat Blades with Ground

Philippines 120/240 Volts, 60 Hertz

Round Pin Attachment Plug Spain 220/380 Volts, 60 Hertz

Round Pin Plug and Receptacle with Male

Grounding Pin

Spain 220/380 Volts, 60 Hertz

Round Pins with Ground Turkey 220/380 Volts, 50 Hertz

Round Pin Plug and Receptacle with Male

Grounding Pin

Turkey 220/380 Volts, 50 Hertz

“Schuko” Plug and Receptacle with Side Grounding Contacts

Turkey 220/380 Volts, 50 Hertz

SIN 722-02 Window Treatments Draperies, Blinds, and Shades can be offered in various sizes/dimensions, colors, patterns, and fabrics. Drapery Accessories are items primarily constructed of textile fabric that can be used around a window for decorative purposes (e.g., cornice boards, valences, swags, tiebacks, etc.). Hardware includes any hardware necessary for the function of items offered under this SIN. Hardware includes, but is not limited to, rods, pulleys, hooks, & slides for Draperies; slats, tapes or cords, tilting cords or wands, clamps, brackets, cord locks, bottom rails, end caps, vanes, beaded tilter chains, & hooks for blinds; and pulleys & side tracks for shades. Replacement hardware must be made available by the contractor.

FLAMMABILITY TEST REQUIREMENTS FOR DRAPERIES AND CUBICLE

CURTAINS

All draperies shall be tested in accordance with NFPA Standard 701 (Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Resistant Textiles and Films - Small Scale Test).

Testing shall also include determining the degree of fire retardancy for each item. The degree of fire retardancy shall be determined by the number of times the item can be washed/dry cleaned before it is no longer fire retardant. Since, inherently, fire retardant items have the potential for passing the fire test after an unlimited number of washings/dry cleanings, we recommend items not be washed/dry cleaned more than seven (7) times. (Topical treatments wash out after fewer washings). Additional washing/dry cleaning, for the purpose of testing, is at the contractor’s option. Wash or dry clean according to the recommended instructions for each item.

Tests shall be not more than 4 years old at any time during the term of the contract.

The contractor is required to maintain, on file, copies of all current test results. The contracting officer reserves the right to copies of current test results at any time before or during the contract.

A letter (not test results) certifying that all items meet the above test requirements shall be submitted with the offer. The certification letter must list each item by name and product number and be signed and dated by an official of the company.

The contractor must attach a copy of the Flammability Test Certification(s) (either a letter or a certificate) to each invoice for items shipped.

The contractor shall provide the following information in the catalogs AND pricelists:

1. That the item(s) under the specified SINs meet NPFA 701.

2. The degree of fire retardancy as defined above.

Example 1: If item fails after 6 washings/dry cleanings, the manufacturer shall state: “Item passes fire test after five washings/dry cleanings and fails after the sixth washing/dry cleaning”.

Example 2: If item passes after seven washings/dry cleanings, the manufacturer shall state: “Item passes fire test after seven washings/dry cleanings. Seven washings/dry cleanings are the maximum number of cycles required to be run for this contract”.

3. If bedspreads (SIN 722-03) are not tested, they shall be listed in the catalog AND pricelists as not being flame resistant.

Information furnished by the offeror in accordance with previous requirements shall in no way affect the government’s right to inspect and test the supplies for conformance with all contract requirements.

SIN 722-03 Coordinating Bedspreads And Comforters Bedspreads and comforters shall have the same common color and pattern as window treatments offered in SIN 722-02. Blankets in colors coordinating with bedspreads and comforters are acceptable under this SIN. Only those offerors proposing items under Special Item Number SIN 722-02, Window Treatments, will be considered for award of this SIN.

SIN 722-04 Cubicle Curtains & Hardware Cubicle Curtains are to have a top hem with three fabric thicknesses to which the grommets are attached. Grommets shall be nickel plated and attached six inches apart.

The bottom and side hems shall be one inch wide with a triple thickness of cloth.

Cubicle curtains shall be at least 10% wider than the track they are hung on and shall reach within 15 inches of the floor.

Cubicle Hardware includes wheel combinations with nickel-plated brass bead chains and hook assemblies, axle and wheel assemblies, tracks (straight and curved), carrier stops, carrier gates, wall sockets, splicer assemblies, etc.

Cubicle curtains shall be tested in accordance with the Flammability Requirements for Draperies and Cubicle Curtains described under SIN 722-02.

SIN 722-05 Wall Art Including Paintings, Photographs, And Posters Paintings may include oil and acrylic paintings and oil replicas on canvas. Photographic prints may be offered in a range of sizes. Photographs may be framed or dry-mounted to mount board. Other artwork includes posters, prints, transparencies, and artwork produced from a variety of processes, i.e., engravings, lithographs, and serigraphs.

All artwork must be mounted, framed, or otherwise supported, and ready to hang.

Original one-of-a-kind artwork is NOT acceptable. Optional security devices for locking artwork to the wall may be offered.

SIN 722-06 Artificial Trees, Plants, Dried Foliage, And Planters For Indoor Use

Fire retardant trees and plants must meet the flammability requirements described below.

FLAMMABILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRE RETARDANT TREES AND PLANTS

Fire retardant trees and plants offered under the above SIN shall meet the Flammability Test Method below.

Flammability tests must be performed by an independent commercial laboratory. Tests shall be not more than 4 years old at any time during the term of the contract. Each contractor is required to maintain, on file, copies of all current test results. These files shall be available for review by the contracting officer at any time during the contract.

Failure to have current and complete test results may be cause for termination of the contract.

A letter (not test results) certifying that contract items meet the above test requirements, shall be included with the offer. The certification letter must include each tree/plant by name, product number, and be signed and dated by an official of the company holding the contract.

The contractor shall indicate in the printed government price lists and catalogs which items meet the flammability test.

Information furnished by the offeror in accordance with these flammability requirements shall in no way affect the government’s right to inspect and test the supplies for conformance with all contract requirements.

FLAMMABILITY TEST METHOD FOR FIRE RETARDANT PLANTS

Soaking: Ten leaves, chosen at random, shall be completely immersed in potable water, 16 degrees Centigrade to 17 degrees Centigrade for a period of 2 to 3 hours. If needed, an arrangement shall be devised so that the leaves are completely immersed in water. (The edges of the leaves could be clipped to a metal ring stand placed in the water container). At the end of the soaking period, the front and back of the leaves shall be wiped with a clean, untreated, dry cotton cloth. The following fire test shall be performed without further conditioning of the leaves:

Fire Test: Each leaf shall be individually tested as follows:

1. Clamp the leaf on a ring stand so that the surface of the longest dimension is in a vertical position suspended below the ring.

2. Adjust the height of the ring stand so that the bottom of the leaf is 13mm above the top of the Bunsen burner barrel.

3. Adjust the collar on the Bunsen burner to close all the air ports.

4. Adjust the gas flow so that the flame extends 25mm to 38mm above the top of the barrel.

5. In a draft-free enclosure, slide the Bunsen burner directly under the leaf.

Simultaneously start the stopwatch.

6. After 12 seconds, immediately remove the Bunsen burner.

7. If the leaf continues to flame, record the time when it stops flaming. Discontinue test if flaming continues for more than 18 seconds after removing the Bunsen burner.

8. Repeat the above procedure for the other 9 leaves.

Acceptance Criteria

None of the ten leaves shall drip flaming droplets at any time during the test.

After removing the Bunsen burner, there shall be no visible flaming after 15 seconds on at least 8 of the leaves. Flaming shall not exceed 18 seconds for any leaf.

None of the leaves/branches with small leaves shall disintegrate in the test (see note below).

NOTE: Small leaves, such as boxwoods, may disintegrate within the first 12 seconds of the fire test. In such cases, ten small branches with several leaves attached shall be used in place of individual leaves for the test.

SIN 722-08 Optional Ancillary Services: Installation & Measuring Services (Wall Art, Window Coverings, Cubicle Curtains) Ancillary services for lamps include installation-related operations such as making wire connections to existing wires, mounting bracket installation, and minor wall preparation (extensive wall repairs and running of new power cables through walls shall not be included.) Only those offerors proposing items under at least one of the above SINs (722-01 through 722-07) will be considered for award of this SIN.

SIN 722-97 Overseas (International) Products Items offered under this SIN must adhere to requirements for non-overseas items unless specific requirements exist for overseas items. Lamps for overseas use must meet requirements for Overseas-Use Lamps found in Attachment #3 (pages 65-66).

SIN 722-98 Overseas (International Fabric Items offered under this SIN shall conform to the standards for the countries in which they are sold. Vendors shall identify applicable standards and certify that product meet the standards.

SIN 722-99 Introduction of New Services/Products (INSP) Items offered under this SIN shall conform to recognized industry performance and safety standards. Vendors shall identify applicable standards and provide evidence that products have be tested and conform to the standards. C-FSS-411