4-Specifications.pdf

Procurement Division

Request For Bid (RFB)

Project: Kitchen Remodel for Fire Station No. 2 and Fire Station No. 5

Ref #: RFB-26-287

August 2023

SPECIFICATIONS

It is the City of Yuma’s intent of these specifications to set the minimum standards to be used for the bidding of the products/services. Any references to Make, Model and Manufacturer are only to indicate minimum specifications for quality and performance. They are not intended to be restrictive in nature or to eliminate use of any manufacturer’s products.

1. SCOPE OF WORK

1.1. Phasing and Work Restrictions:

1.1.1. Fire stations operate 24/7; the kitchen may be shut down for a maximum of five (5) consecutive days.

1.1.2. Refrigerators must remain plugged in and operational at all times during construction.

1.1.3. Contractor shall coordinate timing with City Facilities and Fire staff.

1.2. Demolition & Preparation:

1.2.1. Remove all existing kitchen cabinetry and associated hardware. Remove countertops only at Fire Station 5; protect existing stainless-steel countertops at Fire Station 2, which are to remain.

1.2.2. Remove existing wall finishes only as necessary to accommodate new cabinetry or countertop installation. No removal of backsplash or wall tile at Fire Station 2 unless required for cabinet fitment.

1.2.3. Protect existing flooring, walls, appliances, and adjacent finishes not scheduled for replacement.

1.2.4. Prepare all surfaces for new installation, including patching, leveling, and cleaning as needed to ensure proper fit and finish of new cabinetry and countertops.

1.3. Cabinetry:

1.3.1. Furnish and install new base and wall cabinets (and island cabinetry only if shown in Attachment A – Visuals) in accordance with the layouts provided.

1.3.2. Cabinets shall be commercial-grade, suitable for heavy-duty use.

1.3.3. Cabinet plastic laminate finish shall be Wilsonart 7960K‑18 Studio Teak, as shown in Attachment A – Visuals.

1.3.4. Cabinet construction:

1.3.4.1. Box: 3/4" plywood or high-density particleboard with thermally fused melamine interior.

1.3.4.2. Faces/Doors/Drawers: High-pressure plastic laminate finish on all exposed surfaces.

1.3.4.3. Edge Banding: 3mm PVC or equivalent on all exposed edges.

1.3.4.4. Hardware: Heavy‑duty hinges and full‑extension drawer slides; soft‑close mechanisms are not required or included. Pulls shall match the style used at Fire Station No. 7.

1.3.4.5. Shelving: Adjustable, 3/4" thick, matching cabinet interior.

1.3.4.6. Toe Kick: Recessed, with matching finish.

1.3.5. Contractor shall field‑verify all appliance dimensions and ensure that cabinetry accommodates the existing appliances (refrigerator, range, microwave, dishwasher, etc.), including required clearances for installation, removal, and ventilation.

1.3.6. Provide all necessary trim, filler panels, scribe pieces, and modifications to ensure a clean, built‑in appearance around existing appliances.

1.4. Countertops:

1.4.1. Fire Station 2: Existing stainless‑steel countertops shall remain. Contractor shall protect these surfaces during cabinet removal and installation.

1.4.2. Fire Station 5 Only: Furnish and install new stainless‑steel countertops, Type 304, 16‑gauge minimum thickness. Include all required cutouts for sinks, appliances, and fixtures.

1.4.3. All new stainless‑steel countertops shall have tight, smooth, inconspicuous seams and be fabricated to ensure proper fit and alignment with new cabinetry.

1.4.4. Provide field‑verified measurements to ensure accurate fabrication and proper coordination with existing appliances and fixtures.

1.5. Sinks and Faucets:

1.5.1. No new sinks are required under this contract. Existing sinks at both Fire Station 2 and Fire Station 5 shall remain in place.

1.5.2. No new faucets are required under this contract. Existing faucets shall remain and be reinstalled after cabinetry and countertop work.

1.5.3. Contractor shall coordinate with City Facilities for temporary removal and reinstallation of existing sinks and faucets as needed to complete cabinetry and countertop installation.

1.5.4. Contractor shall protect existing sinks, faucets, and connected plumbing during all demolition and installation activities.

1.6. Painting and Finishes:

1.6.1. Patch and repair all walls and ceilings affected by cabinet and/or countertop removal and installation.

1.6.2. Paint all repaired or newly exposed wall surfaces in the kitchen area with high‑quality, washable eggshell or satin finish paint, in a color selected by the City.

1.6.3. Paint all trim and doors affected by the work with semi‑gloss finish, in a color selected by the City.

1.7. Hardware and Accessories:

1.7.1. All cabinet and drawer hardware shall be heavy‑duty, commercial grade, and match the style used at Fire Station No. 7. Soft‑close mechanisms are not required or included.

1.7.2. Provide and install wall and base protection (such as corner guards or similar products) only where required for durability and as directed by the City.

1.7.3. Provide blocking in walls as required for secure mounting of cabinets and accessories.

1.8. Appliances:

1.8.1. Existing appliances will be reused. Contractor shall field‑verify appliance dimensions and ensure that all new cabinetry and countertops are compatible with the existing appliances, including required clearances for installation, removal, and ventilation.

1.8.2. Contractor shall coordinate with the City’s Facilities Management staff for the temporary removal and reinstallation of appliances as needed to complete the work.

1.8.3. Contractor shall ensure that appliance openings and clearances are maintained; all electrical, gas, and water utility connections will be reconnected by City Facilities staff.

Contractor shall protect these utilities during construction.

1.9. Cleanup and Turnover:

1.9.1. Remove all debris, packaging, and construction materials from the site daily and upon completion of work.

1.9.2. Clean all new cabinetry, countertops (Fire Station 5 only), and adjacent surfaces impacted by construction to a move‑in ready condition.

1.9.3. Ensure the work area is clean, safe, and fully accessible for City personnel. City Facilities will confirm final system readiness (plumbing/electrical) as applicable.

1.10. Coordination with City Facilities:

1.10.1. All plumbing and electrical disconnections and reconnections will be performed by City Facilities Management.

1.10.2. Contractor shall coordinate scheduling of any required fixture/appliance movement.