Bid Invitation

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Gym Floor Refinishing Project Dougherty County School System

Albany, Georgia Bid No. 22-FAC-008

Proposals will be received by the Dougherty County Board of Education, at the Dougherty County School System’s Facilities Capital Projects Services Department, 1711 Schilling Avenue, Albany, Georgia, 31705 until 1:00 pm on Tuesday, August 17, 2021.

The scope of work shall include all labor, materials, services, and equipment necessary to screen and refinish the Gym floors at Monroe High, Westover High, Dougherty High, Merry Acres Middle, Radium Springs Middle, Robert Cross Middle, and Dougherty Middle Schools as required by the specifications during the time period of October 6, 2021 through October 10, 2021.

All questions concerning the Request for Quotation shall be addressed in writing to Christy Wilkerson (e-mail or faxes only).

Proposals should be faxed/e-mailed to: Christy Wilkerson Proposal Name: Gym Floor Refinishing Project Proposal Date: Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 1:00 pm Phone: (229) 431-1301 Fax: (229) 431-1252 E-mail: Christy.wilkerson@docoschools.org

DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

Gym Floor Refinishing Project

Bid No. 22-FAC-008

FLOOR FINISH SECTION

PART I. GENERAL

1.01 Scope of Work:

A. The quotation shall include all costs for material, labor, and equipment to provide screening and refinishing of wood floors in the gym areas listed in the bid specifications during the time period of October 6, 2021 through October 10, 2021.

Contractor shall prepare and refinish all exposed wood flooring within the gym area to the point of the bleachers which shall be fully retracted. Contractor shall dry screen all exposed areas of the floor using a buffer with 120 grit screen back abrasive changing as necessary insuring the floor is thoroughly de-glossed before continuing to the next process. Contractor shall dry tack the floor as many times as necessary with a clean damp towel until the floor is clean and no screening residue remains. Contractor shall allow the floor to dry completely after tacking.

Contractor shall touch-up of all line paint markings in the gym area as necessary and apply the two (2) coats of finish as specified. Contractor shall protect the surrounding building amenities and clean-up and remove debris from floor refinishing process.

B. School Gym Address and Square Footage;

1. Dougherty High School, 1800 Pearce Ave.

8,736 Square Feet

2. Monroe High School, 900 Lippitt Drive.

Main Gym 13,720 Square Feet, Auxiliary Gym 7,898 Square Feet

3. Westover High School, 2600 Partridge Lane.

9,203 Square Feet

4. Merry Acres Middle School, 1601 Florence Drive.

9,965 Square Feet

5. Radium Springs Middle School, 2600 Radium Springs Road.

9,527 Square Feet

6. Robert Cross Middle School, 324 Lockett Station Road.

8,840 Square Feet

7. Dougherty Middle School, 1800 Massey Drive 8,200 Square Feet

C. Payment Payment terms are lump sum to be billed at the completion of the work. Send your invoice(s) via email to Christy Wilkerson Christy.wilkerson@docoschools.org

Invoices will be processed within 30 days of their receipt.

mailto:Christy.wilkerson@docoschools.org

1.02 Quality Assurance:

A. Installer Qualification:

1. Installer shall have a current MFMA accreditation certificate.

2. Installer shall have the financial capability to complete the project within the time period specified.

3. Installer shall possess a minimum of five (5) years continuous experience as a firm doing business under the same name, engaged principally as a contractor for the work proposed.

4. Installer shall provide a list of at least five (5) jobs completed, listing names, addresses and phone numbers of owners and dates of contract completion.

5. Installer shall have a current bonding capacity to accommodate the proposed work.

6. Installer shall have an experienced staff and technical organization for the project.

7. Installer shall maintain an office with full-time employees in a commercial space.

1.03 Submittals:

A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s detailed instructions for handling, storage, installation, finishing, protection and maintenance.

1. Submit Manufacturer’s product data, MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for finish and paint.

PART II. EXECUTION

2.01 Inspection:

A. Contractor shall take photographic documentation of the existing Game Line Layout for all game courts, paint colors and locations.

2.02 Finish (2 coat system):

A. Sanding shall be accomplished by using a using 100-120 grit “screen back” abrasive going with the grain. Once complete sweep and vacuum and tack all surfaces prior to progressing to the next step.

B. Inspect all surfaces of the floor area to ensure the surface is smooth, even, free of sander chatter marks, swirls and gouges.

C. Touchup of all paint stripes, logos, and markings on the gym floor which may have been compromised by the screening process as well as any additional touch-up necessary before the finish is applied.

1. The following manufacturers are acceptable, products of other manufacturers will be considered for acceptance provided they are equal to or exceed the material requirements and functional qualities of the specified product.

a. Bona Courtlines Sport Floor Paint

b. Hillyard Gym Line Marking Paint

c. PoloPlaz Fast Break Game Line Paint

d. Sherwin Williams Industrial Enamel HS

D. Apply two (2) coats of floor finish in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

1. The following manufacturers are acceptable, products of other manufacturers will be considered for acceptance provided they are equal to or exceed the material requirements and functional qualities of the specified product.

a. Bona Sport Poly 350

b. Hillyard 350 Gym Finish

c. PoloPlaz Magnum Low VOC

d. Sikafloor WP-8.1 Sports Floor 350 Finish

2. The Contractor shall submit a substitution request which includes all technical data to the Owner for evaluation and approval if acceptable prior to bidding.

All materials for evaluation must be received by the Owner at least five (5) days prior to Quotation due date. Additional approved manufacturers will be issued by Addendum.

E. Contractor shall provide shipping receipts for all material used for this project which will be equivalent to the quantity necessary to apply the coats as required by the manufacturer to provide the recommended coverage. Owners must verify material has been applied as recommended by the manufacturer with no additional dilution.

2.03 CLEANING

A. Clean up all unused materials and debris and remove them from premises.

2.04 PROTECTION

A. The owner will prohibit traffic on floor finish for 72 hours after application of the last finish coat. Aggressive use of the floor shall be avoided for an additional period if suggested by the manufacturer.

END OF SECTION