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UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

SECTOR NEW YORK

STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK

INSTALLATION OF CARPET

IN

VARIOUS FAMILY HOUSING APARTMENTS

AT

US COAST GUARD, SECTOR NY

STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK 10305-5013

PREPARED BY

SECTOR NEW YORK

ENGINEERING DIVISION

SPECIFICATION NO. SECNY-0689

June 21, 2019

DIVISION 1

SECTION 01000 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.

SCOPE

The work includes providing all labor, material and equipment necessary to furnish and install carpet and padding in various family housing apartments as indicated herein.

2.

LOCATION

The site of the proposed work is located at the U S Coast Guard, Sector NY Family Housing at Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island, New York 10305-5013.

3. SITE VISIT

Bidders are urged to visit the site prior to bidding. Arrangements may be made with the Sector New York Engineering Division (718-354-4243) at 311 Battery Road, Ft. Wadsworth, Staten Island, New York

4.

PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING

Prior to commencement of work, a pre-construction meeting will be arranged at a convenient date after contract has been awarded. The location and time will be given to the contractor.

5.

REFERENCED DOCUMENTS

All publications, specifications and standards cited herein form a part of this specification to the extent indicated by the reference thereto. The issue in effect on the date of issuing the Request For Quote (RFQ), unless otherwise indicated, shall apply.

6. INTENT OF SPECIFICATIONS

The intent of the specifications is to provide for the completion of the work in every detail described herein and includes all incidental and related work and services. The contractor shall have adequate plans to mobilize his/her forces, equipment and materials as may be reasonably required to complete the work in accordance with specifications and terms of the contract.

7.

SUBMITTALS

The contractor shall submit all descriptive and technical literature to be used in this project for approval as required. Evidence of meeting referenced Specifications and Standards shall also be submitted. Contractor shall not proceed with the work until all submissions are approved. All submittals shall be submitted within 5 days of award date.

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8.

INSPECTION

The Government will have an inspector on the site. The contractor shall fully inform the Quality Assurance Inspector (QAI) of day to day activities and plans 48 hours in advance of work. At the start of each day’s work the contractor shall check in with the QAI to pick up the keys to apartments and discuss the day’s schedule and verify location. Installer shall have a seam plan for the apartment to be worked on.

9.

HOURS OF WORK

All construction operations shall be performed between the hours of 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM local time, Monday through Friday inclusive. If the contractor desires to carry on work outside of these hours or on Saturday, Sundays or holidays, he shall apply for approval at least 72 hours in advance. No work outside the regular hours established above shall be undertaken without approval.

10.

COORDINATION WITH COAST GUARD AND OTHER CONTRACTORS

Other projects may be in progress at the same time. In the event of such conflicts, arrangements will be made to coordinate all activities between other contractors or Coast Guard personnel.

11. OPERATION OF GOVERNMENT FACILITIES

The facility may have Government personnel working on certain areas during the execution of the contract. The Coast Guard will keep interference with the contractor’s operation to a minimum. However, the contractor shall take precautions to see that no debris, materials, equipment or personnel shall endanger the safety of Coast Guard or other personnel working in the area.

12.

PROGRESS SCHEDULE

Prior to the commencement of work, the contractor shall submit work schedules indicating the planned starting and completion dates for all work items. No work shall start without approval of the work schedule. The contractor/installers shall check in with the QAI in person each day prior to the start of work to discuss the work to be performed and verify location.

13.

MATERIALS APPROVALS

Catalog cuts and other information shall be submitted by the contractor as required herein, and as necessary to secure approval of the materials and methods to be incorporated into the work. Two copies of catalogs and other printed information shall be submitted. One copy of printed matter will be returned to the contractor for his use. Submittals shall be made within 5 days after receipt of award.

14.

METHODS OF MATERIALS QUALIFICATIONS

To demonstrate that the materials to be used in this project conforms to these specifications, the contractor may pursue any of the following:

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a.

Certificates of compliance with specification requirements signed by an authorized officer of the manufacturer or processor of approved trade association involved. Such certificates shall show the name and address of the contractor and the name and location of the project. The certificate shall be accompanied by all supporting product data so that adequate evaluation by the Government can be made.

b.

Labeling by the manufacturer on unbroken/unopened containers.

Official marking or labeling by recognized grading organization or national code association indicating compliance.

15.

TEMPORARY UTILITIES AND CONTROLS

Temporary utilities (e.g., electricity and water) will be provided by the Government at no cost to the contractor. The contractor shall provide and remove at no cost to the Government, all additional equipment and other apparatus necessary to serve the work site. The Government makes no guarantee as to quality, quantity or continuity of such services.

16. TOILET FACILITIES

The contractor may use toilet facilities as indicated by the QAI 17.

REMOVALS

All rubbish and trash created as a result of fulfilling these specifications shall be removed from the site daily at contractor’s expense. Hazardous materials shall become the property of the contractor and shall be removed from the site at contractor expense. No flammable materials shall be left inside the buildings overnight.

18.

DELIVERY STORAGE AND HANDLING

Deliver materials to the job site in the manufacturer’s sealed and undamaged containers or wrappings. Damaged materials shall not be used.

19. CLEANUP

Contractor shall remove all scraps, debris generated by this operation by the end of each working day. Equipment or material (removed or new) shall not be stored in hallways or stairways. After carpet is completely installed it shall be vacuumed completely. There shall be no carpet lint, cuttings, scraps or remnants left in any area of the apartments, balconies, halls or stairwells.

20. SMOKING

Contractor/employees shall not smoke cigarettes, cigars, and/or pipes in the apartments and common areas of the building. Smoking outside the building will be permitted in designated exterior areas. Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining a clean environment in the designated area.

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21.

PROTECTION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES, UTILITIES AND WORK

The contractor shall supply and maintain protective measures against damage to existing structures, utilities or interruption of any service. Failure to do so may result in cessation of all work. All damages or interruption of utility services resulting from failure to take necessary precautions shall be repaired or restored, at no additional cost to the Government.

22. MEASUREMENTS

All dimensions shown are approximate. The contractor is responsible for all measurements and quantities required. Prior to delivery of any materials to the job site, the contractor shall visit and measure each apartment to verify exact quantities required to complete the work in accordance with the requirements stated herein.

23. QUANTITIES REQUIRED

1. 2 Bedroom Apt

Approx total floor area = 950 SF Quantity : (3)

2. 3, 4, or 5 Bedroom Apt Approx total floor area = 1900 SF Quantity : (8) Note: The total floor area indicated above includes the entire area of the apartment.

There may be several weeks delay between installations and the work may extend for as much as 6 months duration or longer. The Coast Guard reserves the right to determine the order in which the apartments are carpeted.

24. TIME FOR COMPLETION (Housing apartments)

Upon verbal or written notification to replace carpet in an apartment, the contractor shall start work within 2 days notice and complete the installation of broadloom carpet in accordance with the following time frames.

a. 2 Bedroom Apartment: 1 Day

b. 3, 4, or 5 Bedroom Apartment: 2 Days When Multiple Apartments are ordered:

Example: 1. Contractor is ordered to carpet one 3-bedroom and one 4-bedroom apartment. Both apartments shall be completed in (2) days as per an approved schedule.

Note: The contractor may be required to work 3 or more apartments at one time requiring multiple crews. Maximum time allowed for 3 apartments is 3 days.

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SECTION 09680- CARPETING

1. 0 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

Submit in accordance with section 01000. Materials requiring submittals are:

A.

Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s product literature and installation instructions for each type of carpeting material and installation accessory required.

B. Samples

Submit manufacturer’s standard size samples showing full range of colors, textures and patterns (including full pattern repeat) available for type of carpet required.

Submit samples of each type of transition piece and accessory item. Colors shall be compatible with carpet furnished. Submit sample of jute padding.

C.

Shop Drawings: Submit a seaming diagram, showing each area to be carpeted and location of all seams, molding and edge strips.

D.

Certification

1.

Submit manufacturer’s certificate stating all materials are asbestos-free and lead paint-free.

2.

Submit manufacturer’s certificate stating that materials furnished comply with specified requirements. Include supporting independent certified laboratory testing data indicating that material meets specified test requirements.

2.0 MATERIALS

2.1 CARPET BROADLOOM AND PADDING

Carpet shall be 100% nylon carpet meeting the specifications listed herein. Carpet shall be installed on 40 oz. Jute, natural or man-made. All carpet used in an apartment shall be from the same dye lot.

2.2 CARPET SPECIFICATIONS

a. Construction

Cut Pile

b. Gauge 1/10

c. Pile height

0.20 inches minimum

d. Pile Yarn Content

Filament 100% nylon

e. Pile weight 30.0 oz per square yard min.

f. Total weight

66.0 oz per square yard min.

g. Width 12 feet

h. Backing material

Woven Polypropylene

i. Secondary backing

Woven Polypropylene

j. Stitches per inch: 10 Minimum

k. Density

5300 oz./cu yd min

l. NBS Smoke chamber Test Less than 450 (flaming)

m. Static (AATCC 134) Under 3.5 KV

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3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 Carpet shall be installed in accordance with the Carpet and Rug Institute standard Carpet installation Standard 2011 for installation of residential carpet, this specification, and in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

3.2 The installation crew shall have in their possession a copy of the floor plan which indicates the limits of the carpet installation and the location of all seams and transition pieces. Contractor shall furnish seam diagrams for each type of apartment with the submissions for prior approval.

3.3 Remove all existing carpet and padding from the areas indicated on the drawings and dispose of by recycling. Contractor shall furnish proof, (letter from the company recycling the carpet), stating:

(A) Where the removed carpet came from. (i.e., US Coast Guard Housing, Ft Wadsworth).

(B) Approximate quantity (weight/square yards) received for recycling.

(C) Certifying that removed carpet is shipped to a facility that recycles carpet and will not be sent to a land fill.

(D) The contractor shall indicate in a cover letter which apartments the carpet came from.

3.4 The contractor shall remove and dispose of existing carpet padding off site in accordance with Federal and Local regulations.

3.5 Contractor shall furnish and install, wall to wall Jute (40 oz.) felt natural underlay padding prior to the installation of the carpet.

3.6 Carpet shall be installed with the minimum amount of seams possible in accordance with the approved seam plan and as indicated on drawings SECNY-0689-A-B-C-D. No small patch pieces will be accepted. All closets that are presently carpeted shall receive new carpet. There may be some areas that are covered with VCT. The floor plans will indicate if these areas get covered with new carpet.

3.6.1 Carpet shall be laid in one direction in accordance with industry standards. Individual areas shall be full pieces such as rooms, hallways, closets. If more than one piece is needed for an area the additional piece shall be a full continuously run piece, i.e. no cross splices.

3.7 Comply with carpet manufacturer’s written installation instructions for preparing Substrates indicated to receive carpet installation.

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3.8 Wood: Patch all surface irregularities and seal with wood sealer as recommended by carpet manufacturer. Perform installation in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

3.8.1 Comply with manufacturer instructions for direction of carpet. Unless otherwise noted on drawings align pattern and pile in the same direction, parallel to the centerline of the area or room.

3.8.2 The contractor shall remove saddles and moldings and replace same. Furnish and install all transition pieces where carpet meets dissimilar materials, which shall consist of a two-piece element having a metal strip with a vinyl top strip.

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