7 - Aluminum Building Letters.pdf

This is a product specification document for the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, Department of Facilities Management, detailing requirements for aluminum building letters as part of an exterior signage project. The specification outlines design standards, material requirements, and installation guidelines for aluminum letters that will be used in new exterior signage installations to replace existing signage on campus. The letters must meet UW-Eau Claire's specifications for dimensional accuracy, material quality, finish, and durability. The project operates on an as-needed basis, allowing the university flexibility in ordering and installation timing as campus signage requirements evolve.

The document establishes technical parameters for aluminum letter fabrication, including material grade, thickness, surface finish options, and attachment methods. Specifications address letter sizing, font consistency, weatherproofing requirements, and compatibility with the university's branding standards. The document serves as a reference standard for bidders responding to the exterior signage contract opportunity, ensuring that all aluminum letter components delivered meet the university's predetermined quality and aesthetic requirements regardless of when individual orders are placed throughout the contract term.