APPENDIX A Government Furnished Materials.doc

APPENDIX A Government Furnished Materials A.1. The following is a list of government supplied products; carpet, carpet tiles, all resilient flooring materials, ceramic tile, specialty wood base, rubber cove base, and all stair tread material. Government supplied materials and products will vary to comply with project requirements. Specialty materials may require additional lead time for ordering and receiving.

A.1.1

CARPET( Government Supplied) A.1.1.1

Carpet backing, minimum recycled content of 60%.

A.1.1.2

Nylon fibers, minimum recycled content of 15% of the nylon face fibers.

A.1.1.3

Fibers shall be continuous filament nylon 6.6 or nylon 6.

A.1.1.4

Carpet fibers must be solution-dyed or bleach resistant.

A.1.1.5 Carpet must have a soft non-abrasive surface texture. Loop type carpet is preferred.

A.1.1.6 Broadloom carpet and carpet tiles will be tufted, woven, or fusion-bonded.

A.1.1.7 Pile height: Minimum one-eight inch (1/8"); maximum one-quarter inch (1/4"); maximum loop height variation within one carpet is 0.030 inches.

A.1.1.8 Minimum Pile Weight Density

A.1.1.8.1 Tufted carpet, 6000

A.1.1.8.2 Woven and bonded, 5500

A.1.1.9 Minimum Tuft Bind, as tested by ASTM D1355: 10 pounds-force for broadloom, 8 pounds-force average for looped cut pile, and 4 pounds force average for bonded cut pile.

A.1.1.10 BACKINGS (Government Supplied) A.1.1.11 Both primary and secondary backing must be a synthetic material.

A.1.1.12 If PVC backing is provided, the contractor supplied adhesive must be recommended by the manufacturer and compatibility with any sealants or old adhesives must be checked to prevent any reaction with the carpet.

A.1.1.13 Electric Propensity: 2.0 kV or less.

A.1.1.14 Antimicrobial effectiveness and electric propensity shall be guaranteed for the life of the carpet A.1.1.15 TILE FLOORING(Government Supplied):

NOTE: The 3.2 mm (1/8 inch) thick vinyl composition tile (VCT) should be utilized in high traffic commercial type installations. The 2.4 mm (3/32-inch) thick VCT should be considered for light to medium duty areas such as rooms in BEQ's and BOQ's. But the criteria for selection of any flooring should also consider amount of vehicular traffic (carts, wheelchairs, etc.), abrasiveness of outside soil and exposure to damaging agents.

Vinyl-composition tile shall conform to ASTM F 1066, and shall be 12 inches square and 1/8 inch thick. Tile shall have the color and pattern uniformly distributed throughout the thickness of the tile. Flooring in any one continuous area shall be from the same lot and shall have the same shade and pattern.

A.1.1.16 CERAMIC TILE ***************************************************************************

(Government Supplied):

A.1.1.17 STAIR TREAD, RISERS, AND STRINGERS(Government Supplied):

Treads, risers, and stringers shall conform to composition rubber compounded from a mixture of synthetic and reclaimed rubber. Overall thickness at treads shall be not less than 1/8 inch. Durometer hardness shall be 90, plus or minus 5, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 2240. Treads to have 80 percent of back and nose sanded by manufacturer to assure good adhesion; provide manufacturer's epoxy filler to completely fill gap between stair and tread nose for all treads. Design shall be either a one piece nosing/tread/riser or a two piece nosing/tread with a matching coved riser. Installation shall include stringer angles on both the wall and banister sides, and landing trim.

A.1.1.18

LINING FELT:

Asphalt felt shall be as recommended by flooring manufacturer.

A.1.1.19.

WALL BASE: (Provided by the Government) 3 ***************************************************************************

4 NOTE: When color is indicated on the drawings delete reference to color in specification; when color samples are required in the project submittals, choose the option "approved color." If a decorative effect or an unnamed color is to be specified, insert description in blank space.

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Base shall be equal to rubber in continuous rolls coved style. Base shall be 4 or 6 inches high and a minimum 1/8 inch thick. Color shall be selected by Government from manufacturer’s standards. Preformed outside corners shall be furnished when Specified. Use flexible base to conform to irregularities in walls, partitions, and floors.

A.2

INDUSTRY STANDARDS:

A.2.1

In accordance with the following industry standards:

A.2.1.1

The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

A.2.1.1.1 D418, Standard Method for Testing Pile yarn Floor Covering Construction

A.2.1.1.2 D1335, Standard Method for Tuft Bind of Pile Floor covering

A.2.1.1.3 E648, Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source.

A.2.1.2

The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI):

A.2.1.2.1 104, Standard for Installation of Commercial Carpet

A.2.1.2.2 Carpet shall bear CRI "Green Label".

A.2.1.3

Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) part 1630, Standard for Surface Flammability of Carpets and Rugs.

A.2.1.4

Public law 101-333, Americans with Disabilities Act.

A.2.1.5

American Association of Textile Chemists & Colorists (AATCC)

A.2.1.5.1 Test Method 16-1993, Colorfastness to Light

A.2.1.5.2 Test method 134-1996, Electrostatic Propensity of Carpet

A.3.1.5.3 The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only.

A.2.1.5.4

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF TEXTILE CHEMISTS AND COLORISTS (AATCC):

A.2.1.5.5

AATCC 16

(1993) Colorfastness to Light

A.2.1.5.6

AATCC 107

(1997) Colorfastness to Water

A.2.1.5.7

AATCC 129

(1996) Colorfastness to Ozone in the Atmosphere Under High Humidity’s

A.2.1.5.8

AATCC 134

(1996; R 1996) Electrostatic Propensity of Carpets

A.2.1.5.9

AATCC 165

(1993) Colorfastness to Crocking: Carpets - AATCC Crock meter Method

A.2.1.5.10

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM):

A.2.1.5.11

ASTM D 418

Testing Pile Yarn Floor Covering Construction

A.2.1.5.12

ASTM D 1335

(1967; R 1972) Tuft Bind of Pile Floor Coverings

A.2.1.5.13

ASTM D 1423

(1998) Twist in Yarns by the Direct-Counting Method

A.2.1.5.14

ASTM D 1667

(1997) Flexible Cellular Materials-Vinyl Chloride Polymers and Copolymers (Closed-Cell Foam)

A.2.1.5.15

ASTM D 2257

(1996) Extractable Matter in Textiles

A.2.1.5.16

ASTM D 3936

(1980) Delaminating Strength

A.2.1.5.17

ASTM E 648

(1997) Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems using a Radiant Heat Energy Source

A.2.1.5.18

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA):

A.2.1.5.19

16 CFR 1630

Surface Flammability of Carpet and Rugs

A.2.1.5.20

CARPET AND RUG INSTITUTE (CRI):

A.2.1.5.21

CRI 104

(1996) Installation of Commercial Carpet

A.2.1.5.22

U.S. GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (GSA):

A.2.1.5.23

FS DDD-C-0095

(Rev. A) Carpet and Rugs, Wool, Nylon, Acrylic, Modacrylic Polyester, Polypropylene

A.2.1.5.24

FS L-C-001676

(Am. 1) Cushion, Carpet and Rug, Virgin Urethane

A.2.1.5.25

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA):

A.2.1.5.26

NFPA 99

(1996) Health Care Facilities

A.2.1.5.27

NFPA 101

(1997) Life Safety Code

A.2.1.5.28

All carpet must comply with applicable health and safety codes, Americans with disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) and Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS).

A.3 In addition to warranties the contractor is required by this contract to ensure the following Material Specifications are provided and followed:

A.4 VINYL COMPOSITION RESILIENT FLOORING (Government Supplied)

A.4.1

In accordance with industry standards:

A.4.1.1

THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS & FEDERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

A.4.1.1.1 ASTM E84 – Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.

A.4.1.1.2 ASTM E648 - Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source.

A.4.1.1.3 ASTM E662 - Standard Test Method for Specific Optical Density of Smoke Generated by Solid Materials.

A.4.1.1.4 ASTM F1066 - Standard Specification for Vinyl Composition Floor Tile.

A.4.1.1.5 ASTM F1303 - Standard Specification for Sheet Vinyl Floor Covering with Backing.

A.4.1.1.6 ASTM F1344 - Standard Specification for Rubber Floor Tile.

A.4.1.1.7 ASTM F1861 - Standard Specification for Resilient Wall Base.

A.4.1.2.

FEDERAL SEPCIFICATIONS:

A.4.1.2.1 FS L-F-475 - Floor Covering Vinyl, Surface (Tile and Roll), with Backing.

FS RR-T-650 - Treads, Metallic and Nonmetallic, Skid Resistant.

A.4.1.2.2

FIRE RESISTANCE REQUIREMENTS:

NOTE: Choice of critical radiant flux level as it applies to building type and area of application will be made in accordance with the latest edition of MIL-HDBK 1008B or NFPA 101. Wherever the use of Class II (0.22) watts finish is required, Class I (0.45) watts will be permitted. Critical radiant flux will be a minimum average of 0.45 watts when used in corridors in bachelor enlisted quarters, bachelor officer quarters, hospital, child care centers, temporary lodging facilities, and new construction detention and correctional facilities. Generally the critical radiant flux will be a minimum of 0.22 for corridors of other type facilities. Where an approved automatic sprinkler system is installed, Class II interior floor finish may be used where Class I floor finish is required, and where Class II is required, no critical radiant flux rating is required. Omit paragraph if not applicable.

Flooring in corridors and exits shall have a minimum average critical radiant flux of 0.22 watts per square centimeter when tested in accordance with ASTM E 648. The smoke density rating shall be less than 450 when tested in accordance with ASTM E 662.

A.5

REFERENCES:

NOTE: Issue (date) of references included in project specifications need not be more current than provided by the latest change to this guide specification.

A.5.1 The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by basic designation only.

A.5.1.2

AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI):

A.5.1.3

ANSI A108.1A

(1992) Installation of Ceramic Tile in the Wet-Set Method, with Portland Cement Mortar

A.5.1.4

ANSI A108.1B

(1992) Installation of Ceramic Tile on a Cured Portland Cement Mortar Setting Bed with Dry-Set or Latex Portland Cement Mortar

A.5.1.5

ANSI A108.4

(1992) Installation of Ceramic Tile with Organic Adhesives or Water Cleanable Tile Setting Epoxy Adhesive

A.5.1.6

ANSI A108.5

(1992) Installation of Ceramic Tile with Dry-Set Portland Cement Mortar or Latex-Portland Cement Mortar

A.5.1.7

ANSI A108.6

(1992) Installation of Ceramic Tile with Chemical Resistant, Water Cleanable Tile-Setting and Grouting Epoxy

A.5.1.8

ANSI A108.7

(1992) Electrically Conductive Ceramic Tile Installed with Conductive Dry-Set Portland Cement Mortar

A.5.1.9

ANSI A108.8

(1992) Installation of Ceramic Tile with Chemical Resistant Furan Mortar and Grout

A.5.1.10 ANSI A108.10 (1992) Installation of Grout in Tilework

A.5.1.10

ANSI A118.1

(1992) Dry-Set Portland Cement Mortar

A.5.1.11

ANSI A118.2

(1992) Conductive Dry-Set Portland Cement Mortar

A.5.1.12

ANSI A118.3

(1992) Chemical Resistant, Water Cleanable Tile Setting and Grouting Epoxy and Water Cleanable Tile Setting Epoxy Adhesive

A.5.1.13

ANSI A118.4

(1992) Latex-Portland Cement Mortar

A.5.1.14

ANSI A118.5

(1992) Chemical Resistant Furan Mortars and Grouts for Tile

A.5.1.15

ANSI A118.6

(1992) Ceramic Tile Grouts

A.5.1.16

ANSI A118.9

(1992) Test Methods and Specifications for Cementitious Backer Units

A.5.1.17

ANSI A136.1

(1992) Organic Adhesives for Installation of Ceramic Tile

A.5.1.18

ANSI A137.1

(1988) Ceramic Tile

A.5.1.19

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM):

A.5.1.20

ASTM A 185

(1997) Steel Welded Wire Fabric, Plain, for Concrete Reinforcement

A.5.1.21

ASTM C 33

(1999ael) Concrete Aggregates

A.5.1.22

ASTM C 144

(1999) Aggregate for Masonry Mortar

A.5.1.23

ASTM C 150

(1999a) Portland Cement

A.5.1.24

ASTM C 206

(1984; R 1997) Finishing Hydrated Lime

A.5.1.25

ASTM C 207

(1991; R 1997) Hydrated Lime for Masonry Purposes

A.5.1.26

ASTM C 241

(1997) Abrasion Resistance of Stone Subjected to Foot Traffic

A.5.1.27

ASTM C 373

(1988; R 1994) Water Absorption, Bulk Density, Apparent Porosity, and Apparent Specific Gravity of Fired White ware Products

A.5.1.28

ASTM C 482

(1981; R 1996) Bond Strength of Ceramic Tile to Portland Cement

A.5.1.29

ASTM C 501

(1984; R 1996) Relative Resistance to Wear of Unglazed Ceramic Tile by the Taber Abraser

A.5.1.30

ASTM C 648

(1998) Breaking Strength of Ceramic Tile

A.5.1.32

ASTM C 847

(1995) Metal Lath

A.5.1.33

ASTM C 1026

(1987; R 1996) Measuring the Resistance of Ceramic Tile to Freeze-Thaw Cycling

A.5.1.34

ASTM C 1027

(1999) Determining Visible Abrasion Resistance of Glazed Ceramic Tile

A.5.1.35

ASTM C 1028

(1996) Determining the Static Coefficient of Friction of Ceramic Tile and Other Like Surfaces by the Horizontal Dynamometer Pull-Meter Method

A.5.1.36 ASTM C 1178/C 1178M (1999) Glass Mat Water-Resistant Gypsum Backing Panel

A.5.1.37

ASTM F 446

(1985; R 1993) Grab Bars and Accessories Installed in Bathing

A.5.1.38

MARBLE INSTITUTE OF AMERICA (MIA):

A.5.1.39 MIA Design Manual (1991) Design Manual IV Dimensional Stone

A.5.1.40

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA):

A.5.1.41

NFPA 99

(1999) Health Care Facilities

A.5.1.42

TILE COUNCIL OF AMERICA (TCA):

A.5.1.43 TCA HDBK (1997) Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation

A.5.1.44

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

A.5.1.45 36 CFR 1191, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities

A.6.

MANUFACTURER'S COLOR AND TEXTURE:

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7 NOTE: Show manufacturer's name and color numbers on the drawings. Production runs of rubber tile are made in smaller quantities than other resilient tiles, so some variation in shade is to be expected.

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Color and distinct pattern shall be uniformly distributed throughout thickness of tile. Flooring in continuous area or replacement of damaged flooring in continuous area shall be from same production run with same shade and pattern.

A.6.1

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

A.6.2

INDOOR AIR QUALITY:

A.6.2.2 Carpet shall bear the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Label. Carpet type bearing the label will indicate that carpet has been tested and meets the criteria of the CRI Green Label Requirements for Indoor Air Quality Test Criteria.

A.6.3

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

A.6.3.1 If carpet is used as a floor, then it shall be securely attached; have a firm cushion, pad, or backing, or no cushion or pad; and have a level loop, textured loop, level cut pile, or level cut/uncut pile texture. The maximum thickness shall be 1/2 in. Exposed edges of carpet shall be fastened to floor surfaces and have trim along the entire length of the exposed edge.

A.6.3.2

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

NOTE: For each different type of carpet specified:

Use Table I at end of text to determine carpet wear classification.

Use Table II at end of text to determine minimum requirement for carpet construction necessary to meet the wear classification defined from Table I for the pile yarn type and pile fiber chosen. Insert surface texture, pile yarn type, pile fiber, finished pile yarn weight, pile density, width, gage, dye method, and attached cushion requirement as necessary for each carpet type. Pattern and color for each carpet shall be indicated in the drawings in the finish/color schedule. Designate each carpet with a letter or number symbol to key locations indicated in the finish/color schedule.

Specify carpet width and attached cushion requirement, if applicable. State carpet width as minimum permissible, bearing in mind that wider carpet minimizes number of seams. "Standard" width for most commercial carpet is 12 feet.

Some cushion-backed carpet is available in width of 6 feet.

Edit entire Part 2 to delete items that do not apply.

A.6.3.3 Provide carpet from manufacturer's standard stock. Carpet shall be first quality; and free of visual blemishes, streaks, poorly dyed areas, and other physical and manufacturing defects. Use nontoxic carpet materials and treatments, reasonably non- allergenic, and free of other recognized health hazards.

FA4625-08-R-0006

Appendix A