B08_Attachment_1_140P8425Q0093_Specifications.pdf

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

National Park Service (NPS) at Pinnacles National Park

Supply and Install High-Traffic Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) Flooring in Residential Housing Units Solicitation #140P8425Q0093

SECTION 01 10 00

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. Remove old carpet and replace with high traffic Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring in residential housing units #19 and #104 at Pinnacles National Park. No asbestos remediation or abatement is required. Flooring is estimated at an approximately 1,200 square feet combined total for Housing Units #19 and #104; quoters are responsible for verifying square footage before quoting on this firm-fixed-price purchase order.

B. Project Location: 5000 East Entrance Road, Paicines, CA 95043. Building #19 is located in Bear Gulch, the first left turn (residential driveway) before you get to the main Bear Gulch parking area.

Building #104 is located in the Chalone Housing area, approximately 3.5 miles from the Park’s East Entrance Station. The Chalone Housing area is the first right turn after taking the junction towards Old Pinnacles trailhead.

1. See attached location map for building locations.

C. Work consists of:

1. Vinyl flooring: The Contractor shall supply and install 20-mil wear layer Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring in the bedrooms, hallways, closets, and living rooms in both residential housing units #19 and #104. Contractor shall also supply and install LVP flooring in kitchen of #104.

2. Prior to the Contractor beginning flooring work, National Park Service (NPS) personnel will remove:

a. All furniture

b. All interior doors

c. Baseboard trim

3. After Contactor’s flooring work is complete, NPS personnel will replace:

a. All furniture

b. All interior doors

c. Baseboard trim

4. Contractor shall undercut or scribe planks to fit flush to walls and leave a clean expansion gap per manufacturer’s specifications for NPS trim installation.

5. Contractor shall:

Solicitation No. 140P8425Q0093, Attachment 1, Project Specifications

a. Verify appropriate quantities of LVP flooring and per manufacturer recommendations:

underlayment, transition products, transition strips, and any other flooring accessories or incidentals required to complete successful installation.

b. Prior to pre-construction conference, in addition to other required pre-work submittals described below, provide a minimum of six (6) 9” LVP samples to Park staff with a variety of earth tone shades and hardwood-appearance to allow NPS to choose final products.

Samples should include both Stone Plastic Composite (SPC) and Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) LVP options based on specs provided.

c. Remove and dispose of existing carpeting, pad, flooring, adhesive, tack strips, staples, and related materials from existing carpet and flooring.

d. Prepare and perform any required test of concrete and any other subsurface conditions required before installation of flooring.

e. Prepare subfloor per manufacturer’s instructions, including leveling as needed to meet flatness tolerances

f. Install all materials in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

g. Supply all equipment, labor, supervision, and materials required to complete the installation in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

h. At work completion, clean work area of all scraps, remnants and other debris created during work execution. All refuse shall be removed and disposed of off-site, outside of the Park, and in compliance with local regulations and applicable law.

D. Period of Performance: Work shall be completed within 90 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed date as issued by the Contracting Officer once all pre-work submitted are received, reviewed, and approved. Anticipated period of performance is approximately 09/29/2025 – 12/29/2025.

1.2 EXISTING UTILITIES

A. Notify Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) prior to any work affecting utilities.

B. Contractor is responsible for locating and protecting all utilities. Any damage caused to known utilities must be repaired at the Contractor’s expense.

C. Utility interruptions must be approved by the CO and scheduled at least 48 hours in advance.

1.3 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

A. Conduct all operations in compliance with applicable park regulations and NPS requirements.

B. Work shall be performed during standard business hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday), excluding Federal Holidays, unless prior approval is obtained.

C. Noise levels should be kept within a reasonable range and be appropriate for the work being performed so as not to unnecessarily disturb the public or other Park staff. This includes the operation of tools and equipment, the volume and nature of conversations, and any work-site radios or music.

D. Maintain clear and safe access to trails and roadways for park staff and visitors. Ensure proper signage and barriers are in place as needed to maintain public safety and direct foot traffic away from work areas:

a. #19 is a single-family home with private driveway. Flagging or barricades should not be necessary unless deemed necessary on-site to redirect the public, with NPS making the final determination. The Contractor may also inform the NPS if unauthorized access is observed. NPS will manage any closures and public signage as needed.

b. #104 is one of two units in a duplex along an access road through the Chalone Housing area. There are four other housing units adjacent to the work site. This road must remain clear for Park residents and emergency access. Driveway parking on-site at #104 is limited to 1-2 vehicles dependent on vehicle size. Additional vehicles shall park in the open lot away from the Housing Area, approximately 150 feet NW of site.

E. Buildings will be closed to residents during flooring work unless under special circumstances after residents arrange access with COR and notify Contractor. During off-hours buildings shall be locked and secure. In coordination with the Contractor’s schedule as approved by NPS, any required advance notice of closures shall be provided to any residents prior to work by NPS COR.

1.4 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

A. Contractor shall begin work in accordance with the contract and ensure adherence to the approved project schedule.

1.5 SITE EXAMINATION

A. The clauses at 52.243-5, Changes and Changed Conditions, and 52.236-3, Site Investigations and Conditions Affecting the Work, will be included in any contract awarded as a result of this solicitation. Accordingly, quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where the work will be performed.

1.6 ABBREVIATIONS

A. The contractor shall refer to NPS Reference Standards for abbreviations and technical requirements.

1.7 ACCIDENT PREVENTION

A. Contractor shall implement a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) in compliance with

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.

B. Conduct weekly safety meetings and submit documentation to CO and COR.

C. Maintain first aid kits on-site and provide emergency contact information.

1.8 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. The Contractor must attend a preconstruction conference to review project details, schedule, and safety requirements. The CO intends to issue the Notice to Proceed at the conclusion of a successful preconstruction conference.

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1.9 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit the following documents for NPS approval prior to commencing work:

1. Construction schedule

2. Schedule of Values

3. Accident Prevention Plan

4. Quality Control Plan

5. Manufacturer’s data sheets and descriptions for flooring, underlayment, and accessories

6. Application, installation and maintenance instructions.

7. Samples: A minimum of six (6) LVP samples, of minimum 9” length each, in an assortment of earth-tone shades and hardwood-appearance. Samples should include both SPC and WPC LVP options. Different options may be selected from the samples by NPS for separate work-site locations.

8. Shop Drawings:

a. Layout of proposed LVP in accordance with Section 3.3 (C) below, or per manufacturer’s instructions recommendations.

9. Warranty Documentation

1.10 TEMPORARY SERVICES

A. Contractor shall be permitted to use power, water, and restroom facilities on-site as required for project execution and within reasonable use as determined by the Contracting Officer.

1.11 PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. At work conclusion (prior to prior to NPS trim installation), the Contractor shall request a final inspection from CO and COR in writing (via email). Conduct final inspection walkthrough with CO and/or COR. Address all punch list items before project final acceptance by Contracting Officer.

Punch list work shall be finalized within 30 days, weather permitting.

B. Provide manufacturer’s ten (10) year commercial durability warranty to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal commercial use and service, to repair or replace all effected tiles including reasonable labor.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

A. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide the following: Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP), ASTM F3261, Class I, Type A, Waterproof Rigid Core.

2.1 LUXURY VINYL PLANK (LVP):

A. Material: ASTM F3261 – Class I, Type A, Rigid Polymeric Core Plank Flooring.

Floating click-lock installation.

B. Wear Layer: Minimum 20 mil (0.5mm), transparent, PVC wear layer with UV-cured polyurethane surface coating finish.

C: Dimensions: Minimum plank size nominal 7 inch wide × 48 inch long. (± manufacturer tolerance).

D. Color and Pattern: As selected by NPS from six (6) LVP provided samples in an assortment of available earth tones and wood-grain styles in both SPC and WPC types.

E. Products with no less than 30% recycled content.

F. Performance Requirements

1. Slip Resistance: ≥ 0.5 COF dry per ASTM D2047.

2. Abrasion Resistance: Pass ASTM D2394, minimum 500 cycles.

3. Heat/Light Color Stability: Pass per ASTM F1514 and F1515

4. Core: 100% waterproof polymer composite core with dimensional stability ≤ 0.25% change.

(SPC or WPC type)

G. Warranty: Minimum ten (10) year commercial durability warranty to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal commercial use and service, to repair or replace all effected tiles including reasonable labor.

2.2 UNDERLAYMENT

A. If recommended by the manufacturer for sound control or vapor barrier, provide underlayment compatible with rigid core flooring.

2.3 LEVELING COMPOUND

A. Provide leveling compounds as required to meet manufacturer’s subfloor flatness tolerance (3/16” over 10 feet).

2.4 POLISH AND CLEANERS:

A. Cleaners: As recommended in writing by floor tile manufacturer.

B. Polish: ASTM D4078.

2.5 ACCESSORIES:

A. Click-lock floating installation. Use manufacturer’s recommended joint locking system.

B. Provide matching or coordinating transition strips, trims, end caps, and stair nosings per manufacturer’s recommendations for floating LVP.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

A. Maintain temperature between 60°F and 85°F during installation and for 48 hours after.

B. Acclimate LVP in installation area for minimum 48 hours prior to install.

3.2 SUBFLOOR PREPARATION:

A. Comply with manufacturer’s subfloor preparation requirements for floating rigid core.

B. Ensure subfloor is clean, dry, and flatness level to within 3/16” over 10 feet.

C. Conduct moisture testing of concrete subfloors per ASTM F2170 (RH ≤ 85%) or per manufacturer’s requirements.

D. Remove all carpet, padding, tack strips, and staples; dispose off-site in compliance with regulations.

3.3 INSTALLATION:

A. Install LVP in strict accordance with manufacturer’s instructions for floating plank, click-lock systems unless otherwise specified.

B. Mix planks from at least three boxes to achieve uniform appearance.

C. Maintain minimum 1/4 inch expansion gap at all vertical obstructions and penetrations, or per manufacturer’s requirements; do not fasten planks to subfloor.

D. Plank Layout:

1. Install planks parallel to the longest wall where practical.

2. Follow manufacturer's plank orientation requirements

3. Lay planks to minimize end joints in line, avoid less-than-6 inch end cuts, and stagger end joints a minimum of 8 inches.

E. Install transition strips at changes in flooring type or elevation.

3.5 LOCATION:

A. Extend LVP flooring for rooms into their adjacent closets and alcoves.

B. In #104 kitchen, install LVP flooring appropriate for kitchen/wet area use, per manufacturer’s recommendations.

3.4 CLEANING & CLOSEOUT

A. Remove adhesive residue (if used for trims) immediately.

B. Protect completed and in-progress floor surfaces as required until final acceptance.

C. Remove protective film (if applicable) and clean floor per manufacturer’s instructions prior to final walkthrough.

D. Replace damaged planks, transitions, or trims prior to final acceptance.

E. Conduct final walkthrough with CO/COR prior to NPS baseboard installation.

F. Submit warranty documentation to NPS CO/COR.

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