Attachment 2 Petersburg Bunkhouse Flooring Replacement Specs.pdf

Petersburg Bunkhouse Flooring Replacement Specs

Specifications Index- By Division 01 25 00 Substitution Procedures 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 09 05 05 Demolition 09 62 70 Vinyl plank Flooring 09 65 13 Rubber Baseboard Trim

SECTION 01 25 00 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for substitutions.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Substitution Requests: Submit three copies of each request for consideration. Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. Documentation: Show compliance with requirements for substitutions and the following, as applicable:

a. Statement indicating why specified product or fabrication or installation method cannot be provided, if applicable.

b. Coordination of information, including a list of changes or revisions needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by Owner and separate contractors that will be necessary to accommodate proposed substitution.

c. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed substitutions with those of the Work specified. Include annotated copy of applicable Specification Section. Significant qualities may include attributes, such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, sustainable design characteristics, warranties, and specific features and requirements indicated. Indicate deviations, if any, from the Work specified.

d. Product Data, including drawings and descriptions of products and fabrication and installation procedures.

e. Samples, where applicable or requested.

f. Certificates and qualification data, where applicable or requested.

g. List of similar installations for completed projects, with project names and addresses as well as names and addresses of architects and owners.

h. Material test reports from a qualified testing agency, indicating and interpreting test results for compliance with requirements indicated.

i. Research reports evidencing compliance with building code in effect for Project, from ICC-ES.

j. Detailed comparison of Contractor's construction schedule using proposed substitutions with products specified for the Work, including effect on the overall Contract Time. If specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time, include letter from manufacturer, on manufacturer's letterhead, stating date of receipt of purchase order, lack of availability, or delays in delivery.

k. Cost information, including a proposal of change, if any, in the Contract Sum.

l. Contractor's certification that proposed substitution complies with requirements in the Contract Documents, except as indicated in substitution request, is compatible with related materials and is appropriate for applications indicated.

m. Contractor's waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may subsequently become necessary because of failure of proposed substitution to produce indicated results.

2. Owner’s Action: If necessary, Contracting Officer will request additional information or documentation for evaluation within 15 days of receipt of a request for substitution.

Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of acceptance or rejection of proposed substitution within 15 days of receipt of request, or seven days of receipt of additional information or documentation, whichever is later.

a. Forms of Acceptance: Change Order, Construction Change Directive, or Supplemental Instructions for minor changes in the Work.

b. Use product specified if Contracting Officer does not issue a decision on use of a proposed substitution within time allocated.

1.3 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Revise or adjust affected work as necessary to integrate work of the approved substitutions.

1.4 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Substitutions for Cause: Submit requests for substitution immediately on discovery of need for change, but not later than 15 days prior to time required for preparation and review of related submittals.

1. Conditions: Contracting Officer will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, Contracting Officer will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

a. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

b. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

c. Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's construction schedule.

d. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

e. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

f. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

g. If requested substitution involves more than one contractor, requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work, is uniform and consistent, is compatible with other products, and is acceptable to all contractors involved.

SECTION 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION

A. Reviewing, Certifying, Approving Authority: Contractor shall be responsible for reviewing and certifying that submittals are in compliance with contract requirements.

B. Scheduling: Allow review period, beginning with receipt by approving authority that includes at least 10 working days for submittals for contracting officer approval. Period of review for submittals with contracting officer approval begins when Government receives submittal from contractor. Period of review for each resubmittal is the same as for initial submittal.

C. All products identified in these specifications shall require approved submittals prior to installation.

D. Finishes: See specification sections and submit for approval by COR before ordering. Submit flooring, as one submittal to be coordinated for approval.

SECTION 09 05 05 - DEMOLITION

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section covers the furnishing of materials, labor, and equipment required to partially or entirely remove and/or demolish those items identified on in this contract and restore any disturbed areas or components impacted by demolition.

1.2 JOB CONDITIONS

A. Protection: Ensure safe passage of persons around area of demolition. Conduct operations to prevent injury to adjacent buildings, structures, and persons.

B. Egress: Maintain two paths of egress to any occupied apartment.

C. Damages: Promptly repair damages caused to adjacent structures by demolition or construction operations at no cost to the Owner.

PART 2 - EXECUTION

3.1 DISPOSAL OF DEMOLISHED MATERIALS

A. All debris, rubbish, and other materials resulting from demolition operations and not identified as salvageable by the Owner’s Representative shall be removed and transported to a Contractor-furnished disposal site.

B. Burning of removed materials will not be permitted on site.

SECTION 09 62 19 VINYL PLANK FLOORING

PART 1: GENERAL

1.1 Summary

A. Section includes general administrative and procedural requirements governing execution for Vinyl plank Flooring for interior applications. Section includes vinyl plank products and applications, including those specified in other Sections where vinyl plank requirements are specified by reference to this Section including but not limited to, the following:

1. Commercial Vinyl plank Flooring

2. Floating foam underlayment

3. Coordinated transitions and molding pieces.

4. Miscellaneous installation materials.

1.2 Related Documents

A. Comply with the requirements of the various specifications and standards referred to in the contract Plans and Specifications, except where they conflict with the specific requirements of these contract Plans and Specifications. Such reference specifications and standards.

1.3 Reference Standards

A. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

1. ASTM E 648 - Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source.

2. ASTM E 662 (Smoke Generation) Maximum Specific Optical Density

3. ASTM E 90 (Classified by E 413) Standard Test Method for Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound Transmission Loss of Building Partitions and Elements (STC)

4. ASTM E 492 (Classified by E 989) Standard Test Method for Laboratory Measurement of Impact Sound Transmission Through Floor-Ceiling Assemblies Using the Tapping Machine (IIC).

5. ASTM F 970 (Standard & Modified) Test Method for Static Load Limit.

6. ASTM F 710 - Standard Practice for Preparing Concrete Floors.

7. ASTM F 1869 - Standard Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride.

8. ASTM F 2170 - Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Slabs Using In-Situ Probes.

B. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

1. NFPA 253 Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of floor covering systems using a radiant energy source

2. NFPA 258 Test Method for Specific Density of Smoke Generated by Solid materials

1.4 Submittals

A. All submittals shall be made in accordance to section 01 33 00 and as specified herin.

Contractor is to submit the following to Owner and/or Consultant for approval prior to construction and fabrication:

1. Shop Drawings/floor layouts indicating installation methods, transitions/molding details, manufacturer’s installation instructions, and detail of additional accessory items.

2. Submit three (3) samples for each type of product as follows:

1. Submit plank width x 12” long sample

2. Submit 6” lengths of each transition/molding to be used for installation.

3. Manufacturer's Certification to verify materials comply with specified requirements and suitable for intended application.

4. Product data for each specified product.

5. Accessories: Provide chemical, functional, and environmental characteristics, limitations, special application requirements. Identify available colors where exposed.

1.5 Quality Assurance

A. Control Samples: Vinyl plank shall match the Engineer's control samples in all respects.

Control samples require the Engineer's approval before they may be used as a standard.

B. Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.

C. Source Limitations: Obtain each material required for any one type and color from a single source to minimize variations in appearance and quality.

D. All work of this Section shall be performed by skilled installers of the trade and shall be of the highest quality. Company specializing in manufacturing the products specified in this section with minimum five years of documented experience.

Comply with applicable Industry Standards for all work and materials as specified. Such Industry Standards are to include but not be limited to the applicable provisions or standards in this section.

1.5.3 Mock-Up - Typical Floor Panel: The Contractor shall install a typical floor panel, approximately 3-feet square in an appropriate location. Mock-up shall include joint treatment and other accessories/transitions as required for a finished installation. Maintain accepted panel as the standard for completed work. Provide a typical floor panel for each different type of vinyl plank flooring and floor design indicated. Mock-up will be provided for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship for each type using manufacturer approved installation methods. Do not proceed with production work until workmanship and finishes are approved by Architect and/or Owner and/or designer.

Mock-up may remain as part of the work.

1.6 Delivery, Storage and Handling

A. Deliver packaged materials in original containers with seals unbroken and labels intact until time of use. Store and handle in strict compliance with manufacturer's recommendations.

Protect from damage due to weather, excessive temperatures, and construction operations.

B. Deliver materials only when environmental conditions meet requirements specified for installation areas. If materials must be stored in other than installation areas, store only where environmental conditions meet requirements specified for installation areas.

C. Deliver materials sufficiently in advance of installation to acclimate materials to the environment prior to installation if required per manufacturer’s instructions.

D. Maintain a minimum temperature in the spaces to receive the flooring and accessories of 65ºF (18ºC) and a maximum temperature of 100ºF (38ºC) for at least 48 hours before, during, and for 48 hours after installation. Protect all materials from the direct flow of heat from hot-air registers, radiators, or other heating fixtures and appliances.

E. accessories after all other finishing operations and construction have been completed. Close spaces to traffic during the installation of the flooring and protect flooring surface as necessary with a breathable material after the completion of installation. Do not install flooring over concrete slabs or wood substrates until they are sufficiently dry to achieve a bond with the adhesive (especially when employing direct glue down method to substrate), in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended bond and moisture tests.

PART TWO: PRODUCTS

2.1 General

A. Acceptable manufacturer/supplier as specified in contract drawings and/or Interior Design drawing set and specifications or an Owner approved equal. Approved equals and/or substitutions will only be approved for Work if submitted and approved in accordance with provisions of Section 01 25 00. Install vinyl plank flooring to replace all carpeting in the Petersburg Bunkhouse. Locations include: 1 Bedroom Units (Apt 1, 3, 5) – Carpet is found in the bedroom and hallway of these units. 2 Bedroom Units (Apt 2, 4, 6, 7, and 8) – Carpet is found in the bedrooms of these 2-bedroom units. For the 1 bedroom Units, carpeted flooring shall be replaced with vinyl plank in all closets that carpet is present.

2.2 Materials

A. All materials shall be furnished to the quality as specified in the construction drawings and in accordance with the Architect’s/Interior Design specifications. All material qualities shall meet and/or exceed industry standards for the specified application. Vinyl plank flooring should attempt to match existing plank flooring found throughout the bunkhouse.

2.3 Underlayment, Transitions, moldings

A. For added noise reduction, sound absorption, thermal insulation, and moisture barrier provide manufacturer’s recommended underlayment for Floating applications.

B. Resilient / Acoustical Underlayment: moisture resistant 3 to 6 mm (1/8" to 1/4") thick closed multi-cell polyethylene resilient sheet foam or other type with density and permeability as recommended or approved by vinyl plank flooring manufacturer. Where the underlayment is required to have an acoustical rating care must be taken in the type and density of underlayment used and with manufacturers claims in regard to noise reduction properties.

C. Provide all available coordinating transitions and molding pieces designated for the specified vinyl plank collection to meet installation application for finishing and transitioning to other flooring products. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines and intended use.

D. Moldings and Trim: factory vinyl plank wrapped MDF or HDF material wood of species, grade, and finish] to match vinyl plank flooring pre-finished rubber as selected by the Owner/Consultant in full widths, lengths, and profiles to suit conditions as required.

E. Use the following to cover expansion void at vinyl plank flooring, wall openings (without doors) and where vinyl plank flooring abuts another type of floor finish:

1. T-Molding - doorways or thresholds to join two areas of vinyl plank flooring.

2. End Caps - used at end of vinyl plank at exterior doorways.

3. Reducers: Tapered to join vinyl plank flooring to other flooring materials of varying heights.

F. Interior Contractor shall submit samples of each underlayment, transition and molding type to Consultant for approval.

2.4 Adhesives and Accessories

A. Provide manufacturer’s recommended adhesive for optional glue application on Floating installations. Use of adhesive to seal and glue Vinyl plank joints is not required in Commercial applications but recommended for areas that are likely subjected to topical moisture sources, as a preventative measure. See manufacturer’s limitations to installation in high moisture areas in product literature.

B. Adhesive for Glued-Down Components: (stair treads and risers as recommended by vinyl plank manufacturer) high strength premium grade low VOC (solvent-free), alkaline and water-resistant type specially formulated for glue-down application of vinyl plank flooring stair components (treads and risers) and to suit material and substrate types and conditions as recommended by both adhesive and vinyl plank flooring manufacturers. Spread rates for adhesive shall be strictly adhered to. Provide Adhesive for optional Glue Down application directly to substrate.

Understand that Vinyl plank by design is intended as a floating application with the introduction of a Locking mechanism and seldom requires the use of glue. If requested, can be fully glued provided that the manufacturer’s substrate requirements are met; all recommendations shall be followed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

C. Substrate Filler: smooth trowelling, fast setting, non-shrinking, non-cracking, pre- mixed filler with Portland cement and polymeric modifiers (white latex) and a minimum compressive strength of 20 MPa (2900 psi) at 28 days (or 27.6 MPa (4000 psi) where vinyl plank is glued directly to substrate) for patching / filling / levelling substrates, with type to suit substrate conditions as recommended by adhesive / vinyl plank flooring manufacturer.

PART THREE: EXECUTION

3.1 Examination

A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.

B. Verify surfaces and substrates are prepared to receive products of this section.

C. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding Examine substrates and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of decorative metal.

D. Examine materials before installation. Reject materials that are defective and/or

Damaged.

E. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

F. Check substrate surfaces with a metal straight edge and ensure that they are free from all bumps, ridges, and other imperfections detrimental to flooring installation for level tolerances to insure they are within industry standards.

3.2 Preparation

A. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.

B. Grinding or sanding of ridges, undulations, projections and areas of carbonation and scaling and filling and leveling of expansion joints, cracks, grooves and other irregularities

3.3 Installation

A. Verify floor direction and pattern with Interior Design consultant prior to installation.

B. Install vinyl plank flooring in strict accordance with flooring manufacturer's directions and to areas and patterns scheduled and detailed on drawings pre-approved shop drawings and Finish Schedules.

C. Provide expansion void at perimeter vertical interfaces (walls, millwork, adjacent floor finishes, and at openings as required) of width and in accordance with flooring manufacturer's recommendations and requirements using temporary blocking if and as required and expansion material as recommended by flooring manufacturer.

D. Unless otherwise indicated, install flooring symmetrically about room centre line and parallel to long dimension of room(s) and corridor(s), continuous through doorways, and cut to fit all projections, with all joints straight, true to plane, and with minimum half plank width at perimeters. Stagger end joint locations a minimum of 10 to 12" and seal all cut ends as recommended by manufacturer. When required by manufacturer install specified adhesive to vinyl plank joints in strict accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.

E. Seal perimeters of wet areas, i.e., in expansion gap under stoves, fridges, and dishwashers with a clear silicone sealant.

F. Install wood base (and quarter round if required) over expansion void at perimeter of flooring secured to vertical interfaces using nails in accordance with industry standards. Ensure base does not contact floor surface and is not secured to it.

G. Install protective edgings / reducer strips and vinyl plank thresholds to all exposed vinyl plank flooring edges and interfaces with other flooring materials as required to suit conditions, fixed as recommended by the manufacturer.

H. Install metal thresholds at openings and where indicated and attached to adjacent rigid floor surface. Where thresholds cover an expansion space, ensure that they are fastened to the substrate and not to vinyl plank flooring, to allow flooring to move (i.e., expand and contract) under the threshold.

I. Install vinyl plank flooring to treads and riser faces fitted tightly to adjacent wall surfaces allowing for expansion as required and install specified wood base and stringers fitted tightly to horizontal and vertical stair surfaces and to wall surfaces without gaps or voids.

3.4 Protection, Cleaning and Repairs

A. Protect installed work with Kraft paper or other heavy covering during construction period to prevent staining, damage, and wear. If recommended by manufacturer.

B. Prohibit foot and wheel traffic from floors for at least 24 hours after completion.

C. Before final inspection, remove protective coverings and clean floor surfaces.

D. Remove and replace any items which are broken, chipped, cracked, or abraded or that is damaged from natural causes, accidents, and vandalism, during construction period.

SECTION 09 65 13 - RUBBER BASEBOARD TRIM

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Rubber base molding accessories.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product.

B. Samples: For each exposed product and for each color and texture specified, not less than 12 inches long.

C. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of product indicated.

D. Samples for Verification: For each type of product indicated and for each color, texture, and pattern required in manufacturer's standard-size Samples, but not less than 12 inches (300 mm) long.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Mockups: Build mockups to verify selections made under Sample submittals, to demonstrate aesthetic effects, and to set quality standards for materials and execution.

1. Coordinate mockups in this Section with mockups specified in other Sections.

2. Approval of mockups does not constitute approval of deviations from the Contract

Documents contained in mockups unless Architect specifically approves such deviations in writing.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Store resilient products and installation materials in dry spaces protected from the weather, with ambient temperatures maintained within range recommended by manufacturer, but not less than 50 deg F or more than 90 deg F.

1.6 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Maintain ambient temperatures within range recommended by manufacturer, but not less than 70 deg F or more than 95 deg F, in spaces to receive resilient products during the following periods:

1. 48 hours before installation.

2. During installation.

3. 48 hours after installation.

B. Install resilient products after other finishing operations, including painting, have been completed.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

2.2 RUBBER MOLDING ACCESSORY

A. Description: Product shall be Roppe Rubber Base or approved equivalent.

B. Profile and Dimensions: 4.5” height with toe (Verify this height will fit underneath bedroom closets.)

C. Locations: Provide new rubber molding in areas where carpeted flooring will be replaced with vinyl plank.

D. Colors and Patterns: Provide CO with color palate to choose from.

2.3 INSTALLATION MATERIALS

A. Trowelable Leveling and Patching Compounds: Latex-modified, portland-cement-based or blended hydraulic-cement-based formulation provided or approved by resilient-product manufacturer for applications indicated.

B. Adhesives: Water-resistant type recommended by resilient-product manufacturer for resilient products and substrate conditions indicated.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

1. Verify that finishes of substrates comply with tolerances and other requirements specified in other Sections and that substrates are free of cracks, ridges, depressions, scale, and foreign deposits that might interfere with adhesion of resilient products.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

1. Installation of resilient products indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Prepare substrates according to manufacturer's written instructions to ensure adhesion of resilient products.

1. Verify that substrates are dry and free of curing compounds, sealers, and hardeners.

2. Remove substrate coatings and other substances that are incompatible with adhesives and that contain soap, wax, oil, or silicone, using mechanical methods recommended by manufacturer. Do not use solvents.

B. Fill cracks, holes, and depressions in substrates with trowelable leveling and patching compound;

remove bumps and ridges to produce a uniform and smooth substrate.

C. Do not install resilient products until materials are the same temperature as space where they are to be installed.

1. At least 48 hours in advance of installation, move resilient products and installation materials into spaces where they will be installed.

D. Immediately before installation, sweep and vacuum clean substrates to be covered by resilient products.

3.3 RESILIENT BASE INSTALLATION

A. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for installing resilient base.

B. Apply resilient base to walls, columns, pilasters, casework and cabinets in toe spaces, and other permanent fixtures in rooms and areas where base is required.

C. Install resilient base in lengths as long as practical without gaps at seams and with tops of adjacent pieces aligned.

D. Tightly adhere resilient base to substrate throughout length of each piece, with base in continuous contact with horizontal and vertical substrates.

E. Do not stretch resilient base during installation.

3.4 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for cleaning and protecting resilient products.

B. Perform the following operations immediately after completing resilient-product installation:

1. Remove adhesive and other blemishes from surfaces.

B. Install resilient products after other finishing operations, including painting, have been completed.

D. Immediately before installation, sweep and vacuum clean substrates to be covered by resilient products.