A06_TFO_Carpet_Project_Sheet_Carpeting_Specifications.doc

Architectural Guide Specifications - Descriptive

Commercial

SECTION 09 68 13 – Modular Carpet Tile Tonopah Field Office

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01

SUMMARY

A.

Section Includes: Carpet removal, new carpet and accessories for direct glue down, and installation.

B.

Alternates or Substitutions: Approval of alternate or substitute products will be considered only under the terms and conditions as outlined herein: Whenever a particular make of material or trade name is specified herein, it shall be regarded as being indicative of the standards required. Regardless of format of specifications, any product other than those named in Part 2 - Products, item number 2.01, must proceed as an alternate or substitute. A bidder who proposes to quote on the basis of an alternate or substitute material or system shall submit to the Contracting Officer (CO), at least 14 days prior to the scheduled bid date, the following information:

i. Written application for approval of alternate or substitute to include specifications of alternate or substitute carpet on company letterhead and signed by company officer.

ii. One 24” x 24” sample of the proposed alternate or substitute with recommended backing technology.

iii. A complete sample representation of colors available.

iv. Copies of warranties for proposed alternate or substitute.

v. List of a minimum of three (3) jobs, one of which must be in use for at least ten (10) years, where alternate or substitute is/was used under similar conditions. These jobs shall be located within one hundred (100) miles of Reno BLM office. Each job shall be available for inspection by the owner's representatives.

vi. Consideration will be given to only those alternates or substitutes that are approved prior to scheduled bid opening date.

vii. List of approved alternates or substitutes will be issued to all bidders prior to bid opening.

C.

General: The following publications of the issues listed below, but referred to hereinafter by basic designation, form a part of this specification to the extent as if bound herein: American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

i. E648 – Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source.

ii. E662 – Test Method for Smoke Density

iii. AATCC 16E- Colorfastness to Light

iv. AATCC 129- Colorfastness to Ozone and Gas

v. AATCC 134- Static Generation of Fiber

vi. AATCC 175- Red 40 Stain Test

vii. DOC-FF-1-70- Pill Test

viii. Moisture Penetration by Impact

1.02

SUBMITTALS

A.

Layout Drawings: Show layout of each carpet type installation at 1/8" scale.

B.

Samples: For verification purposes, submit one 9" x 9" sample of each carpet required. Samples shall be accompanied by manufacturer's technical specification for each carpet required using terminology characteristics as listed in this specification. Also include a complete representation in sample form of all available colorations.

C.

Maintenance Data: Submit manufacturer's printed maintenance recommendations for the care, cleaning, and maintenance of the carpet, including detailed instructions pertaining to hot water extraction methods.

1.03

QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.

Flooring Contractor's Qualifications: Firm with not less than 5 consecutive years of experience in installation of commercial carpeting of type, quantity, and installation methods similar to the work detailed in this section.

B.

Manufacturer's Qualifications: Firm (carpet mill) with not less than 5 consecutive years of production experience with carpet similar to type specified in this section; whose published product literature clearly indicates general compliance of products with requirements of this section. Manufacturer must be ISO 14001 certified.

C.

Measurement Verification: Dimensions shown on drawings are approximate. It is the Flooring Contractor's responsibility to verify all dimensions and job site conditions. Order sufficient yardage to fully carpet areas as indicated and to fill overage requirements as specified. No substitutions shall be permitted to make up for any shortage of material in overage or in carpet to be installed.

D.

Flooring Contractor shall be totally responsible for the accuracy of measurements of total yardage, individual floor yardage, and dye lot yardage requirements; no additional compensation shall be allowed for shortage of materials.

E.

Dye Lots: All carpet of the same type in continuous areas shall be from the same dye lots. Carpets that are piece dyed and are limited to dye batch sizes must be approved by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Transition from one dye lot to another shall be detailed on drawings and approved by COR.

1.04

PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, & HANDLING

A.

Deliver carpet materials in original mill protective wrapping with mill register numbers and tags attached. Maintain wrappers and protective covers in place until carpet is ready for installation. Store inside, in well-ventilated area, protected from weather, moisture, and soiling.

B.

Maintain temperature and humidity levels in all areas where carpet is to be stored as detailed in manufacturer’s published installation instructions.

C.

Deliver all required overages and maintenance stock to owner's specified location prior to beginning installation.

1.05

JOB CONDITIONS

A.

Environmental Conditions: Maintain temperatures in space in accordance with carpet or adhesive manufacturer's recommendations, but in no case less than 65 degrees F and no more than 85 degrees F for 24 hours prior to, during, and for 72 hours after installation. Subfloor temperature should be a minimum 65 degrees F for 24 hours prior to and after installation.

B.

Precondition: All carpet shall be unboxed and spread in a room on site 24 hours prior to actual installation with the room preconditioned at a minimum of 65 degrees F and a maximum of 85 degrees F with humidity between 10% to 65%.

C.

Moisture: If required, perform a Calcium Chloride (ASTM F-1869) or Relative Humidity test (ASTM F-2170) to detect the presence of moisture as directed by carpet manufacturer. Alkalinity tests must also be performed. Consult manufacturer’s published installation instructions for maximum allowed moisture readings per backing type and adhesive. All tests should be documented, and results saved.

1.06

EXTRA STOCK

A.

General: Furnish 5% additional yardage of each carpet type required; extra yardage is over and above any overage provided by manufacturer. Normal manufacturing overage not to exceed 10% for under 1000 yards, and not to exceed 5% for over 1000 yards. Deliver overage materials to the Owner uncut in clearly marked dust-proof packages prior to commencement of work; store where directed.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 CARPET - Carpet Type CPT-1: Carpet shall meet the following minimum requirements:

* All substitutions of equal products must be approved in accordance with owner bid guidelines. Design intent (i.e., color and pattern) and design layout and configuration are inherent attributes of the specification, therefore all submitted products must comply with the aesthetic intent of the owner and/or the architect.

A. Specifications:

i. Construction - Tufted, Non-Ortho Phthalate

ii. Face Fiber –Type 6,6 Nylon

iii. Dye Method - Solution

iv. Gauge – 5/64

v. Stitches Per Inch – 10.66

vi. Pile Thickness – 0.108”

vii. Face Weight – 20 oz/sy

viii. Density – 6,667

ix. Size – 24” x 24” or 18” X 36”

x. Primary Backing - 100% Woven Synthetic

xi. Secondary Backing - Vinyl Backing System B. Testing:

i. Dimensional Stability (Aachen Test) - Passes

ii. Electrostatic Propensity (AATCC 134) - Less than 3.0 kV

iii. Flooring Radiant Panel (ASTM E648) - Passes - Class 1; ≥ 0.45 watts/cm2

iv. Smoke Density (ASTM E662) - Passes - ≤ 450

v. Methenamine Pill Test (ASTM D2859) - Passes

vi. Hexapod (ASTM D5252) TARR - 3.5 C. Environmental:

i. NSF/ANSI 140 Certification - Gold

ii. Recycled Content - Contains recycled content

iii. Indoor Air Quality - CRI Green Label Plus Certified

iv. Product Declarations - EPD, HPD

v. LEED Scoreboard - May contribute to LEED credits: LEED 2009: MRc5 Regional Materials; IEQ4.1 Low Emitting Adhesives; IEQ4.3 Low Emitting Materials - Flooring LEED v4: Building Product Disclosure & Optimization - EPDs; Building Product Disclosure & Optimization - Sourcing Raw Materials; Building Product Disclosure & Optimization - Material Ingredients; IEQc2 - Low Emitting Materials

vi. mindful MATERIALS - Visit mM Origin, mindfulmaterials.origin.build, for transparency information

vii. Manufacturing - Calhoun, GA (USA) - ISO 14001 Registered D. Pattern and Color: Understanding the importance of pattern and color for aesthetics, as well as appearance retention and maintainability, owner reserves the right to reject any product or manufacturer based solely on pattern and color considerations.

E.

Warranties:

i. Definition of Lifetime: Lifetime is defined as the period from which materials are installed until the date in which the owner removes them from service.

ii. Manufacturer’s 10-Year Warranty, non-prorated, against product failure covering all costs including freight, labor, and material for the following: edge ravel, backing delamination, superior tuft bind in high traffic environments, wet or dry, static protection, moisture barrier-pre-coat and backing, wear - no more than 10% face yarn loss, and adhesive failure.

F. Cationic Stain Resistance: Stain resistant properties must be permanent and not removable by commercial cleanings or abrasive wear, i.e., XGuard stain resistant treatment. Under GSA requirements stain resistant carpets must score no less than 8.0 (10.0 is the best) on the AATCC Red 40 Stain Scale. Test sample must first be exposed to 100 revolutions on the Taber Abrader (1,000-gram weight per H-18 wheel) and then abraded area must be stain tested using AATCC test method 175. Topical stain resistant treatments will not be acceptable. Stain resistant properties must be inherent and warranted for fifteen (15) years.

G. Bleach Resistance: Will resist color loss from diluted bleach applications for a period of fifteen (15) years from the date of original installation, as with ColorSafe bleach resistance treatment. Diluted bleach applications means spills or splashes on the carpet of diluted bleach solutions (10% or less) of the type normally used for cleaning or disinfecting purposes.

2.02

ACCESSORIES

A.

Adhesives: Waterproof, non-flammable carpet adhesive recommended and approved by carpet manufacturer in writing for compatibility with carpet backing – [XpressStep Spray Adhesive]; be non-flammable and meet the criteria of the CRI Green Label Plus Certification Program, SCAQMD Rule 1168, and CHPS 1350. SDS required on product used. Adhesive must have Lifetime Bond Warranty from carpet manufacturer.

B.

Wall Base Materials: Provide [1/8 in. (3.2 mm)] thick, [6 in. (15.24 cm)] high conforming to ASTM F 1861, [Type TV - Vinyl, Thermoplastic], Group 2 - Layered, [Style B – Cove]. Provide Wall Base adhesive as recommended by wall base manufacturer.

C.

Miscellaneous Materials: As recommended and approved in writing by manufacturer of carpet and selected by Flooring Contractor to meet project circumstance and requirements.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01

CARPET REMOVAL

A.

Remove and dispose of all existing carpet and materials to make subfloor acceptable for installation if applicable.

3.02

INSPECTION

A.

General: Inspect surfaces to receive carpet and verify that all surfaces are in good condition to the point where this installation may properly commence. In the event of discrepancy, notify COR. Do not proceed with installation in areas of discrepancy until all such discrepancies have been fully resolved. Start of carpet installation indicates acceptance of subfloor conditions and full responsibility for completed work.

3.03

INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A.

General: Comply with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations for installation of this type of carpet.

B.

Prepare the subfloor to ensure a successful installation as directed in carpet manufacturer’s published installation guidelines. Level any damaged or uneven areas of the subfloor by patching or any other appropriate means prior to installation of the carpet.

C.

Employ use of manufacturer’s recommended adhesive that requires no subfloor moisture testing when installed with standard adhesive, no standing water, no free liquids present, no evidence of moisture staining, and no hydrostatic pressure. No pH test is required. For all other conditions or when the above requirements are not met, the limits are in-situ relative humidity (maximum RH 95% per ASTM F-2170) and/or moisture vapor emissions (maximum 10 lbs./1,000 SF/24 hrs. per ASTM F-1869).

D.

Carpeting shall be installed in the format recommended by manufacturer or at owner’s approval. Cut carpet tile evenly and accurately to fit neatly at walls, columns, and projections. Extend carpet under open-bottomed and raised-bottom obstructions, and under removable flanges of obstructions.

E.

Installed carpet tiles shall be free from ripples, ravels, frays, and puckers. All loop pile carpets will demonstrate some fuzzy edges due to normal manufacturing conditions. Tractor tile joints and trim fuzzy edges or loop blossoms after installation.

F.

Expansion Joints: Do not bridge building expansion joints with continuous carpeting; provide for movement.

3.05

CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A.

Remove and dispose of debris and unusable scraps.

B.

Vacuum carpet using two motor, top loading, upright commercial machine with brush-only element, utilizing a high filtration dust bag. Remove spots in accordance with carpet manufacturer’s guidelines and replace carpet where spots cannot be removed. Remove any protruding face yarn using sharp scissors. Be certain to trim any loose yarns or fibers at all seams.

C.

Following cleaning and vacuum, carefully protect the carpeting from soiling and damage until final acceptance. Protection shall be accomplished by using approved protection paper. Edges shall be lapped 6 inches and secured with non-asphaltic tape. Covering shall be kept in repair and damaged portions replaced during the construction and move-in period.

D.

Maintenance Materials: Deliver usable scraps to Owner's designated storage space, properly packaged and identified. Dispose of smaller pieces as construction waste.

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