Attachment 1 PWS.doc

509 BOMB WING

WHITEMAN AFB, MISSOURI

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FLOORING IDIQ

509 CIVIL ENGINEERING SQUADRON

(CES/CEC)

22 April 2008

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

SECTION 1,

SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 2,

PRINCIPAL FEATURES

SECTION 3,

WORK HOURS, UTILITY OUTAGE, SPECIAL CONDITIONS, AND DELIVERY ORDERS

SECTION 4,

PRODUCT INFORMATION AND SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 5,

SUBMITTALS

SECTION 6,

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 7,

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

SECTION 8,

SERVICES SUMMARY AND GENERAL INFORMATION

SECTION 1,

SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 The contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, tools, transportation, labor, and storage as required to perform Government furnished carpet and tile installation. Contractor shall provide all carpet adhesives, rubber cove base adhesives, ceramic tile adhesives and grout, seam sealers, floor patch, transition strips, wood base sealers and finishes, and fastening hardware as needed and approved by 509th Civil Engineering quality assurance personnel (QAP). All work shall be in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, specifications, commercial practices and industry standards. Any substitutions of contractor supplied material or products will be subject to paragraph 4.8 and SECTION 5, and approved by the Contracting Officer / Civil Engineering QAP. Work includes but is not limited to the following:

1.1.1 Removal of existing flooring and base; installation of new flooring and base; sanding and finishing wood base, removal of existing stair treads, landings and risers; lifting, moving, and relocating existing standard office furniture and/or systems furniture to facilitate the installation of the new materials and upon completion, replacing the furniture to its original location, work area clean-up to include removal of all debris, cleaning and removal of all exposed adhesives, and vacuuming of carpeted areas to a clean condition with no visible debris.

1.1.2 Installation of new flooring, trim, stair treads, risers, stringers and accessories according to the product list in SECTION 4 of this PWS.

1.1.3 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.

1.1.4 Door Trimming; Trim the bottom of the door as to prevent door from rubbing the new floor covering. Only needed if door rubs new floor covering.

1.1.5 Carpet Border Seaming: Applies only to carpet used when there is a carpet border of a different color than the main carpet used in a room. The seam where the border carpet and the main carpet come together will be glued together to prevent separation of the different colors of carpeting.

1.1.6 The required work will be initiated by delivery order on an as needed basis and at various locations on Whiteman AFB, MO. as determined by the government. The general scope of work does not, in any way, limit the responsibility of the contractor to perform all work and provide all materials as specified herein or as required to complete the installation. Materials and associated products not specifically called for, such as adhesive, floor patching and leveling compound, trim pieces, light contrasting or close to matching caulking and grout(determined by Civil Engineering QAP), and accessories, necessary and normally supplied for a complete installation, must be provided by the contractor as if specifically called for.

1.1.7 Preparatory floor work is required on all jobs to include scraping, grinding, sanding, proper grading, and leveling of the floor to bring the finished product to a satisfactory and desired end result, as determined by the Government QAP. If and when floor leveling compound is determined to be in excess of normal industry standards, the contractor will notify the QAP.

1.1.8 Character of Work and Mechanics: The work shall be executed in the best and most workmanlike manner by qualified, careful, and efficient mechanics skilled in the trade. The work shall be in strict accordance with the contract documents and standards of the industry.

1.1.9

FURNITURE:

The Contractor shall move all furniture when requested by the QAP for product installation. After installation, the Contractor shall return furniture to original location. This item will be paid for by separate line item when used, and units shall be based on the room area where furniture is moved. Furniture shall be considered any item not permanently attached to walls or floor, including but not limited to chairs, tables, desks, lockers, and safes. Lifting of systems furniture will be paid for by separate line item.

1.1.10

SITE MAINTENANCE AND CLEANUP:

1.1.10.1 Site Maintenance: The contractor shall protect adjacent property, buildings, and their contents from dust, dirt, or other materials. Contractor is required to wet down dry materials, settle debris and prevent blowing dust. The contractor shall maintain work areas in a neat, clean, and safe condition. Work areas shall, at a minimum, be cleaned daily.

1.1.10.2 Cleanup: The contractor shall collect all trash, debris, refuse, garbage, etc., generated and put it in appropriate containers with lids or an approved cover daily. The contractor shall haul aforementioned materials from the site by appropriate means daily, unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer. Disposal shall be outside the limits of government property. Disposal shall be at a municipal solid waste landfill or by other approved methods and shall conform to all local, state, and federal guidelines, criteria, and regulations.

1.1.10.3 Deliver all materials in the original packages, containers, or bundles bearing the name of the manufacturer and the brand name.

1.1.10.4 Store all materials subject to damage off the ground, away from wet or damp surfaces, and under sufficient cover to prevent damage or contamination. The contractor is responsible for material storage until it is ready to be installed. Store in a safe, dry, clean, and well ventilated area. Store rolls flat, not standing on end and do not stack anything on top of carpet rolls. Do not open containers until needed for installation unless verifying inspection is required.

1.1.10.5 Damaged or deteriorating materials shall not be used and shall be removed from the premises. Materials that become contaminated with asbestos shall be either cleaned or disposed of as asbestos-containing waste material in accordance with applicable regulations.

1.1.10.6 Prior to acceptance by the government, the contractor shall thoroughly clean the installation area including flooring, base, walls, stairs and landings and the surrounding area. Tile surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned in accordance with manufacturer's approved cleaning instructions. Acid shall not be used for cleaning glazed tile. Floor tile with resinous grout or with factory mixed grout shall be cleaned in accordance with instructions of the grout manufacturer. After the grout has set, all surfaces shall be given a protective coat of grout sealer or other approved method of protection. Tiled floor areas shall be covered with building paper before foot traffic is permitted over the finished tile floors. Board walkways shall be laid on tiled floors that are to be continuously used as passageways by workmen. Damaged or defective tiles shall be replaced.

1.1.11 Location: Whiteman Air Force Base is located in Johnson County, near the town of Knob Noster, Missouri. The work occurs in various buildings in indefinite quantities.

SECTION 2

PRINCIPAL FEATURES

2.1 Description: The work will consist of demolishing existing flooring material, and installing new flooring material, wall base, and accessories specified in this PWS. Types of floor coverings and accessories include carpet (broadloom or tile), vinyl composition tile (VCT), ceramic/quarry tile, epoxy solid poured flooring, sheet vinyl, rubber tile, transition strips, binder bars, stair treads/nosing, thresholds, base cove, etc.

2.1.1 All work shall be done with the building occupied and the work area unoccupied. The contractor shall coordinate all work with the occupants, the Civil Engineering contract inspector, and Contracting Officer.

2.2

ORDERING PROCEDURES:

2.2.1 As the need exists for performance under the terms of this contract, the Contracting Officer will notify the contractor of an existing requirement and provide the contractor with a statement of the general scope of work required.

2.2.2 Upon receipt of this notification, the contractor shall respond to the needs of the government within 5 working days, In case of an emergency requirement (e.g. health or safety requirement response time will be 24 hours.) by visiting the proposed work site in the company of the Contracting Officer or authorized representative for purposes of conducting a scope validation site visit and conference during which the following will be discussed and established.

· Project number and title

· Site investigation

· Methods and alternatives for accomplishing work

· Definition and refinement or requirements

· Detailed scope of work

· Requirements for plans, sketches, shop drawings, etc.

· Preliminary quantities 2.2.3 Upon establishment of the scope of the individual requirement, the contractor shall then prepare a detailed proposal by refining quantities and preparing a proposal sample for submission to the Contracting Officer.

2.2.4 Special Provisions For Measurements: Within 5 working days of being notified of a new project, the contractor shall be required to examine drawings when provided or statement of work , visit the site or both, as appropriate, and submit to the Contracting Officer an estimate containing the unit priced bid items and the quantities necessary to complete the work as shown or as indicated. The contractor’s proposed unit priced bid items and their associated quantities shall be determined using measurements taken from the provided drawings and, as necessary, using field measurements taken at the site. In the absence of drawings, the contractor will be provided a detailed description of the proposed work and must perform measurements in the field to determine the quantities of each unit priced bid item necessary to complete the work as described. Differences between the contractor’s independently prepared proposal and the Government estimate will be resolved through negotiations with the Contracting Officer. Once agreement has been reached, a firm-fixed price Delivery order containing the negotiated unit priced bid items, their quantities, and the performance time will be issued to the contractor. No changes to the negotiated quantities will be made, and no additional unit priced bid items will be added unless differing site conditions are encountered and the drawings and/or description of the work is modified by the Contracting Officer to accommodate the differing site condition(s) encountered. The contractor is responsible for notifying the Contracting Officer immediately upon encountering differing site condition(s). No separate payment will be made for compliance with any provision of “Special Provisions for Measurement” as stated above.

SECTION 3

WORK HOURS, UTILITY OUTAGE, SPECIAL CONDITIONS, AND DELIVERY ORDERS

3.1 Occupied Areas: The work to be performed on this project will include work in occupied facilities. The contractor will be held responsible for damage to equipment or facilities as a result of negligence on the part of the contractor. The contractor shall coordinate the work of all activities whereby both the Government and the contractor can continue operations with the least possible interference and inconvenience. The contractor shall conduct all work to coordinate the means of ingress and egress from any facility that is maintained. The contractor shall be responsible for furnishing, installing, and maintaining suitable, approved barricades, roped barriers, fencing, etc. to warn occupants of hazardous areas at the jobsite for the duration of the contract at no additional cost to the Government.

3.1.1 Superintendent: The contractor shall maintain a full-time superintendent or alternate physically on or near Whiteman AFB MO to serve as the Government point of contact at all times work is being conducted under this contract. The superintendent shall be responsible for the conduct of all work underway. A superintendent shall be appointed in writing for each delivery order and submitted to the contracting officer before work begins in the event concurrent delivery orders are ongoing.

3.1.2 The contract manager or alternate shall be available during normal duty hours within 24 hours to meet on the installation with government personnel designated by the Contracting Officer to discuss work requirements or problem areas.

3.1.3 The contract manager and alternate must be able to converse in English, both orally and in writing.

3.1.4 Special Conditions: All moves or relocations shall be coordinated by CES.

3.1.5 Contractor shall field verify and be responsible for determining dimensions of required carpet, tile, and wall base (including waste) prior to ordering new materials.

3.1.6 Installed quantities shall be the only cost to the government. Waste shall be factored into the unit costs.

3.1.7 Base Closures. Work scheduled but not accomplished because of base closure due to weather, exercises, or actual alert, will be accomplished as soon as possible after reopening the base.

3.1.8 HOURS OF OPERATION.

Hours operation shall be 0730 – 1615 hours.

3.1.9 Federal Holidays.

New Year’s Day

Martin Luther King Day

President’s Day

Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veteran’s Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day If these holidays fall on Saturday, the preceding Friday will be observed. If these holidays fall on Sunday, the following Monday will be observed. If a holiday falls on a scheduled service day, the Contractor will be responsible for rescheduling services for the first day post the holiday observance.

3.2

DELIVERY ORDERS:

3.2.1 Work requirements will be identified through issuance of delivery order(s). Each order will designate the required line item(s), quantities, dollar amount(s), the building number where work is to be accomplished and the point of contact at the job site. The project engineer will coordinate the delivery day with the facility manager. A drawing of the work area and a material pickup letter for government furnished material will be attached to the order.

3.2.2 Furniture Moving: The contractor shall be responsible for the removal, reinstallation, or movement of furniture required for floor cover installation if specified in delivery order. Any furniture moved by the contractor shall be returned to its original location. Any damage caused by the moving of furniture will be repaired/ replaced by contractor, if repair is selected over replacement of damaged furniture it will be to the satisfaction of the CE, quality control inspector and at no addition cost to the Government. Contractor shall coordinate and store furniture in the facility.

3.2.3 Light Furniture: Light furniture is defined as typical office furniture such as desks, bookcases, cabinets, small tables, boxes, etc. Note: Chairs, trash cans, etc. are considered to be part of and incidental to the movement of desks or tables.

3.2.4 Heavy Furniture: Heavy furniture is defined as safes, pool tables, vending machines, refrigerators, auditorium seating, conference tables, etc.

3.2.5 System and Modular Furniture: The contractor shall disassemble, move, and reassemble System and Modular Furniture only to the extent necessary for the removal and reinstallation of floor covering(s).

3.3

BUILDING AND FIXTURE PROTECTION:

3.3.1 The Contractor shall take all necessary actions and precautions to protect the building and fixtures from damage during execution of all associated work. If the building or any portion thereof is damaged due to the Contractor's operations or negligence, the Contractor shall replace or repair such, to its condition prior to the commencement of the project, at no additional cost to the Government.

3.4

WORK PRACTICES:

3.4.1 Execution shall be in accordance with work practices established by the most stringent federal, regional, state, and local regulatory agencies.

3.4.2 CARPET INSTALLATION:(General Information)

NOTE: The section on wood doors should include requirements for undercutting bottoms of doors to allow clear door swing over carpeted areas. Coordinate this section with the section on resilient floors to ensure that straight carpet-type resilient base is used in areas to receive wall-to-wall carpet.

Install carpet after the work of other trades, (including painting), is substantially done. Installed carpet must be even, uniform, and secure with seams. Run side seams toward the light where practical and where such layout does not increase the number of seams. Install breadths parallel with carpet pile in the same direction. Match patterned goods according to manufacturer's recommendations. Fit cutouts such as doorjambs, columns, ducts, with minor gaps (less than a 1/8 of an inch). Locate carpet seams at doorways parallel to and centered directly under doors. Do not seam at doorways perpendicular to door or at pivot points. Follow the wall line parallel to the carpet direction for seams at corridor changes of direction.

3.4.2.1 CARPET INSTALLATION (Government furnished Carpet):

3.4.2.2 Practices of carpet installation will follow the guidelines described in paragraph 3.4.2. The only addition to this installation is that the price of the carpet will not be a factor in the cost. Being that the carpet will be provided by the government, the only charge will be that of the labor to install the carpeting and associated materials needed to complete the carpet installation.

3.4.2.3 . Contractor is responsible for verifying all dimensions in the field as well as other conditions affecting all work.

3.4.3 CARPET LOCATION:

Install carpet wall-to-wall in rooms and areas indicated in the drawings. Include all material indicated, specified, or necessary for a completely finished installation by the installation method specified. Contractor is responsible for verifying all dimensions in the field as well as other conditions affecting the work.

3.4.4

SUBSTRATE PENETRATION:

Inspect rooms and areas to be carpeted. Before installation, verify that concrete floors comply with requirements on moisture content as recommended by adhesive or carpet manufacturer's instructions. Repair holes, cracks, depressions, or rough areas using material recommended by the carpet or adhesive manufacturer. Grind ridges smooth and level with surrounding surface. Provide floor free of any foreign materials, and “swept broom” clean. Comply with requirements for conditioning adhesives and minimum floor temperature before, during, and after installation as recommended by the carpet and adhesive manufacturers' instructions. Do not permit traffic or movement of furniture or equipment in carpeted areas for at least 24 hours after installation. Carpet installation constitutes validation by the Contractor that the substrate and conditions in the area meet all manufacturers requirements for satisfactory installation.

3.4.5

INDOOR AIR QUALITY INSTALLATION GUIDELINES:

NOTE: While choosing the carpet types bearing the CRI green label is important, of equal importance is the IAQ Guidelines for installation. Following are the IAQ Installation Guidelines for installation of carpet.

When installing the carpet with adhesives, the contractor shall always ventilate with fresh air (open doors and/or windows, use exhaust fans, etc.) during all phases of installation and for at least 72 hours thereafter. Low chemical emitting adhesive and cushions (separate and attached) shall be used. The installer should follow the installation guidelines outlined in CRI 104 published by the CRI. In addition, if a renovation project, contractor shall vacuum old carpet before removal to minimize the amount of dust particles. The contractor shall also vacuum the floor after the old carpet and cushion have been removed.

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4 NOTE: The surfaces of lightweight concrete slabs tend to be too weak cohesively to support the bond of the adhesives for resilient flooring; therefore, for lightweight concrete floors of less than 1440 kg per cubic meter (90 pcf) density, a 25 mm (1 inch) topping of standard 2400 kg per cubic meter (150 pcf) concrete will be used.

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3.4.6

EXAMINATION/VERIFICATION OF CONDITIONS:

The Contractor shall examine and verify that site conditions are in agreement with the design package and shall report all conditions that will prevent a proper installation. The Contractor shall not take any corrective action without written permission from the Government.

3.4.7

REMOVAL OF EXISTING FLOORING :

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7 NOTE: It is not necessary to remove resilient tile or unembossed, uncushioned sheet vinyl if (a) it is tightly adhered, (b) there is only one layer, (c) requirement for removing wax, etc. is emphasized, (d) the installation is not below grade, (e) self-adhering tiles are specified and manufacturer's directions for surface preparation and installation are followed.

8 Do not call for removing resilient tile with asphaltic adhesive if Style A institutional sheet vinyl is to be installed. Remaining traces of asphalt will create unacceptable substrate for some Style A products.

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Remove existing flooring and adhesive in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and standard industry practices.

3.4.8

SURFACE PREPARATION:

Flooring shall be in a smooth, true, level plane, except where indicated as sloped. Before any work under this section is begun, all defects such as rough or scaling concrete, low spots, high spots, and uneven surfaces shall have been corrected, and all damaged portions of concrete slabs shall have been repaired as recommended by the flooring manufacturer

3.4.9

FINAL CLEANING OF SUBSTRATE:

Clean substrate with broom or vacuum immediately prior to the installation of flooring.

3.4.10

GENERAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To avoid damage, install flooring after other work in same area has been completed. Apply flooring and accessories in accordance with manufacturer's directions, using experienced workers. Detailed requirements follow:

a.

Adhesives: Do not allow smoking, open flames or other sources of ignition in area where solvent-containing adhesives are being used or spread, after posting conspicuous signs reading "NO SMOKING OR OPEN FLAME".

b.

Flooring: Apply in patterns indicated by product manufacture. Start in center of room or area, and work toward edges. Keep tile lines and joints square, symmetrical, tight, and even. Keep each floor in true, level plane, except where slope is indicated. Vary width of edge tiles as necessary to maintain full-size tiles in field, but no edge tile shall be less than one-half full size, except where irregular-shape makes it impossible.

c.

Cutting: Cut flooring edges and scribe to walls and partitions after field flooring has been applied.

d.

Edge Strips: Provide edging strips where flooring terminates at points higher than contiguous finished flooring, except where thresholds are provided. Secure plastic strips with adhesive.

3.4.11

INSTALLATION OF VINYL-COMPOSITION TILE

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11 NOTE: If tile is to be installed over existing resilient flooring, specify self-adhering tiles and refer to manufacturer's directions for surface preparation and installation.

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Tile flooring shall be installed with adhesive in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Tile lines and joints shall be kept square, symmetrical, tight, and even. Edge width shall vary as necessary to maintain full-size tiles in the field, but no edge tile shall be less than one-half the field tile size, except where irregular shaped rooms make it impossible. Flooring shall be cut to, and fitted around, all permanent fixtures, built-in furniture and cabinets, pipes, and outlets. Edge tile shall be cut, fitted, and scribed to walls and partitions after field flooring has been applied.

13 3.6 N/A

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15 NOTE: Specify locations where waterproof seams are desired; specify waterproof seams in areas subject to abnormal surface moisture.

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3.4.12 INSTALLATION OF FEATURE STRIPS

Edge strips shall be secured with adhesive as recommended by the manufacturer. Edge strips shall be provided at locations where flooring termination is higher than the adjacent finished flooring, except at doorways where thresholds are provided. At doors, locate edge strip under door centerline.

3.4.13

INSTALLATION OF WALL BASE

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18 NOTE: When wall base is to be applied to wallboard, specify in the gypsum wallboard section that wallboard is to extend to and be finished square with floor.

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Wall base shall be installed with adhesive in accordance with the manufacturer's written instructions. Base joints shall be tight and base shall be even with adjacent resilient flooring. Voids along the top edge of base at masonry walls shall be filled with caulk. Where wall base is used in conjunction with vinyl wall covering, cut vinyl wall covering off 1/4 inch below top of base. Roll entire vertical surface of base with hand roller, and press toe of base with a straight piece of wood to ensure proper alignment. Avoid excess adhesive in corners.

3.4.14

INSTALLATION OF TREADS AND RISERS

Stair treads and risers shall be installed with adhesive in accordance with the manufacturer's written installation instructions. Treads and risers shall cover the full width of the stairs. Stairs wider than manufacturer's standard lengths shall have equal length pieces butted together to cover the treads.

3.4.15

CLEANING

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21 NOTE: Some activities prefer no-wax maintenance; others prefer waxing. Pre-waxed flooring and flooring that does not require wax need not be waxed after installation if properly protected. Modify paragraph accordingly.

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Immediately upon completion of installation of tile in a room or an area, flooring and adjacent surfaces shall be dry-cleaned to remove all surplus adhesive. No sooner than 5 days after installation, flooring shall be washed with a non-alkaline cleaning solution, rinsed thoroughly with clean cold water, and, except for raised pattern rubber flooring, rubber tile and sheet rubber flooring, rubber stair treads, and static control vinyl tile, given two coats of polish or sealer in accordance with manufacturers written instructions. Raised pattern rubber flooring, rubber tile and sheet rubber flooring, rubber stair treads, and static control vinyl tile shall be cleaned and maintained as recommended by the manufacturer.

a.

Vinyl flooring, except pre-waxed flooring and flooring designated as no-wax or never-wax by manufacturer, shall be buffed to an even sheen without polish with an electric polishing machine, using a lamb's wool pad when dry buffing.

b. Translucent or transparent-surfaced sheet vinyl flooring shall be cleaned by damp mopping. Do not buff finish. Follow flooring manufacturer's cleaning and maintenance instructions.

3.4.16 PROTECTION

From the time of laying until acceptance, flooring shall be protected from damage as recommended by the flooring manufacturer. Flooring which becomes damaged, loose, broken, or curled[, Style C flooring which fails to achieve complete tension] and cove base which is not tight to backing fillet shall be removed and replaced.

3.4.17 RESINOUS FLOORING (Epoxy Flooring)

3.4.17.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section specifies a seamless flooring system with integral base.

B. Flooring consists of epoxy resin, aggregate, and finish coats for non-slip finish.

3.4.17.2 RELATED WORK (Submittals)

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, DATA

And SAMPLES.

B. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Description of product to be provided; technical data showing compliance with specifications.

2. Application and installation instructions, including proposed deviations from specifications.

C. Samples:

1. Each color specified in Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

2. Sample 300 mm (12-inch) square in each finish specified.

3. Sample showing construction from substrate to finish surface in thickness specified.

D. Certification and Approval:

1. Manufacturer's certification of material compliance.

2. Manufacturer's approval of installers.

3. Contractor's certificate of compliance with Quality Assurance requirements.

E. Warranty: Manufacturers warranty of materials and installation.

3.4.17.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE (All material must come from the same manufacturer) A. Single Source Responsibility:

1. Obtain primary resinous flooring materials including primers, resins, hardening agents, finish or sealing coats from a single manufacturer.

2. Provide secondary materials only of type and from source recommended manufacturer of primary materials.

B. Installer trained and approved by manufacturer of primary material and having completed at least five projects of similar size and complexity.

C. Pre-Installation Conference

1. Arrange a meeting not less than thirty days prior to starting work.

2. Attendance

a. Contractor

b. Resident Engineer

c. Manufacturer and Installer's Representative

3.4.17.4 MATERIAL PACKAGING DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials to the site in original sealed packages or containers, clearly marked with the manufacturer's name or brand, type and color, production run number and date of manufacture.

B. Protect materials from damage and contamination in storage.

C. Maintain temperature of storage area between 15oC and 32oC (60o and

90oF).

D. Package materials in factory pre-weighed and in single, easy to manage batches sized for ease of handling and mixing proportions from entire package or packages.

3.4.17.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

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

B. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

B221-06 ................ Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes, and Tubes

C267-01 (R2006) ........ Chemical Resistance of Mortars, Grouts, and

Monolithic Surfacings

C413-01 (R2006) ........ Absorption of Chemical-Resistant Mortars, Grouts, and Monolithic Surfacings, and Polymer

Concretes

C580-02 .....Flexural Strength and Modulus of Elasticity of

Chemical Resistant Mortars, Grouts, Monolithic

Surfacings and Polymer Concretes C722-04 ................ Chemical-Resistant Resin Monolithic Surfacing

09 67 23 - 3C811-98 (R2003) ........ Surface Preparation of Concrete C882-05 ................ Bond Strength of Epoxy-Resin Systems Used with

Concrete by Slant Shear

D2047-04 ............... Static Coefficient of Friction of Polish-Coated

Floor Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine C. National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM):

AMP 501 ................ Finishes for Aluminum

3.4.17.6 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Epoxy resinous flooring includes concrete epoxy primer, colored quartz aggregate epoxy resin mortar, clear epoxy sealer coat, and finish coat for non-slip finish.

B. System resistant to chemicals and abrasion.

3.4.17.7 EPOXY FLOORING SYSTEM

A. Conform to ASTM C722, Type A, Epoxy resin, quartz aggregate.

B. Physical Properties of this flooring system must meet or exceed the physical and chemical properties of Desco Epoxy Flooring.

C. Primer, Coloring, Sealer, and Finish coats as standard with manufacture of flooring system.

D. Base cap: Extruded aluminum, clear anodized finish unless specified

Otherwise to comply with project requirements.

3.4.17.8 BASE CAP STRIP

A. Aluminum, Extruded: ASTM B221, Alloy 6063-T6.

B. Shape for 5 mm (3/16 inch) depth of base material, "J" configuration.

C. Finish:

1. Finish exposed surfaces in accordance with NAAMM Metal Finishes

Manual.

2. Aluminum: NAAMM Amp 501.

a. Clear anodic coating, AA-C22A41 chemically etched medium matte, with Architectural Class 1, 0.7 mils or thicker.

11-07M

09 67 23 - 5

b. Colored anodic coating, AA-C22A42, chemically etched medium matte with Architectural Class 1, 0.7 mils or thicker.

EXECUTION

3.4.17.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Maintain temperature of materials above (70 degrees F), for 48 hours before installation.

B. Maintain temperature of rooms where work occurs, between

(70oF and 90oF) for at least 48 hours, before, during, and 24 hours after installation. Maintain temperature at least (70 degrees F) thereafter.

C. Do not install materials until building is permanently enclosed and wet construction is complete, dry, and cured.

D. Concrete substrate cured and not less than 30 days old.

E. Area free of other trades during and for a period of 24 hours after installation.

3.4.17.10 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

A. The respective manufacturer's instructions for application and installation will be considered for use when approved by the QAP B. Submit proposed installation deviation from this specification to the

QAP indicating the differences in the method of installation.

3.4.17.11 PREPARATION

A. Prepare surface in accordance with ASTM C811 except where specific manufacturers instructions supersede.

B. Mechanically remove all bond inhibiting materials to ensure complete bond.

C. Prepare wall and set base cap mold level.

1. Fill voids within the height of the wall where base is applied even with the wall surface.

2. Grind, sand, or cut away protrusions.

3.4.17.12 APPLICATION

A. Mix and apply each component of resinous flooring system in compliance with manufacturer's specifications to produce a uniform monolithic flooring surface of 5 mm (3/16 inch) minimum thickness.

B. Turn flooring up for coved 100 mm (4-inch) high base at vertical wall surfaces and penetrations. Cove joint with floor; 6 mm (1/4 inch) radius. Round interior and external corners.

C. Apply primer over prepared substrate at manufacturers specified rate.

Coordinate timing of primer application with application of troweled mortar to ensure optimum adhesion between resinous flooring materials and substrate.

D. Uniformly spread mortar over substrate adjusted to manufacturer's recommended maximum thickness to plane line of floor.

E. Trowel finish for smooth surface on base and coved surface

F. Grout mortar surface as specified by manufacturer and broad cast colored quartz aggregate uniformly distributed for non-slip texture on floors to within one inch of base cove horizontal edge.

G. Apply a clear finish coat.

3.4.17.13 CURING, PROTECTION AND CLEANING

A. Cure resinous flooring materials in compliance with manufacturer's directions, taking care to prevent contamination during stages of application and prior to completion of curing process.

B. Close area of application for a minimum of 24 hours.

C. Protect resinous flooring materials from damage and wear during construction operation.

1. Cover flooring with kraft paper.

2. Covers paper with 6 mm (1/4 inch) thick hardboard, plywood, or particle board where area is in foot or vehicle traffic pattern, rolling or fixed scaffolding and overhead work occurs.

D. Remove temporary covering and clean resinous flooring just prior to final inspection. Use cleaning materials and procedures recommended by resinous flooring manufacturer.

3.4.17.14 TOLERANCE

A. From line of plane: Maximum 3 mm (1/8 inch) in total distance of flooring and base.

B. From radius of cove: Maximum of 3 mm (1/8 inch) plus or 1.6 mm (1/16”

SECTION 4

PRODUCT INFORMATION AND SPECIFICATION

4.1 See section 1.1.3 for Sample product types 4.2

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

4.2.1

CARPET( Government Supplied) 4.2.1.1

Carpet backing, minimum recycled content of 60%.

4.2.1.2

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

4.2.1.3

Fibers shall be continuous filament nylon 6.6 or nylon 6.

4.2.1.4

Carpet fibers must be solution-dyed or bleach resistant.

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

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

4.2.1.7 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.

4.2.1.8 Minimum Pile Weight Density

4.2.1.8.1 Tufted carpet, 6000

4.2.1.8.2 Woven and bonded, 5500

4.2.1.9 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.

4.2.1.10 BACKINGS(Government Supplied) 4.2.1.11 Both primary and secondary backing must be a synthetic material.

4.2.1.12 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.

4.2.1.13 Electric Propensity: 2.0 kV or less.

4.2.1.14 Antimicrobial effectiveness and electric propensity shall be guaranteed for the life of the carpet

4.3

INDUSTRY STANDARDS:

4.3.1

In accordance with the following industry standards:

4.3.1.1

The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

4.3.1.1.1 D418, Standard Method for Testing Pile yarn Floor Covering Construction

4.3.1.1.2 D1335, Standard Method for Tuft Bind of Pile Floor covering

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

4.3.1.2

The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI):

4.3.1.2.1 104, Standard for Installation of Commercial Carpet

4.3.1.2.2 Carpet shall bear CRI "Green Label".

4.3.1.3

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

4.3.1.4

Public law 101-333, Americans with Disabilities Act.

4.3.1.5

American Association of Textile Chemists & Colorists (AATCC)

4.3.1.5.1 Test Method 16-1993, Colorfastness to Light

4.3.1.5.2 Test method 134-1996, Electrostatic Propensity of Carpet 4.3.1.5.3 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.

4.3.1.5.4

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF TEXTILE CHEMISTS AND COLORISTS (AATCC):

4.3.1.5.5

AATCC 16

(1993) Colorfastness to Light

4.3.1.5.6

AATCC 107

(1997) Colorfastness to Water

4.3.1.5.7

AATCC 129

(1996) Colorfastness to Ozone in the Atmosphere Under High Humidity’s 4.3.1.5.8

AATCC 134

(1996; R 1996) Electrostatic Propensity of Carpets

4.3.1.5.9

AATCC 165

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

4.3.1.5.10

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM):

4.3.1.5.11

ASTM D 418

Testing Pile Yarn Floor Covering Construction

4.3.1.5.12

ASTM D 1335

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

4.3.1.5.13

ASTM D 1423

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

4.3.1.5.14

ASTM D 1667

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

4.3.1.5.15

ASTM D 2257

(1996) Extractable Matter in Textiles

4.3.1.5.16

ASTM D 3936

(1980) Delaminating Strength

4.3.1.5.17

ASTM E 648

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

4.3.1.5.18

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

4.3.1.5.19

16 CFR 1630

Surface Flammability of Carpet and Rugs

4.3.1.5.20

CARPET AND RUG INSTITUTE (CRI):

4.3.1.5.21

CRI 104

(1996) Installation of Commercial Carpet

4.3.1.5.22

U.S. GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (GSA):

4.3.1.5.23

FS DDD-C-0095

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

4.3.1.5.24

FS L-C-001676

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

4.3.1.5.25

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA):

4.3.1.5.26

NFPA 99

(1996) Health Care Facilities

4.3.1.5.27

NFPA 101

(1997) Life Safety Code

4.3.1.5.28

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

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

4.5 VINYL COMPOSITION RESILIENT FLOORING( Government Supplied) 4.5.1

In accordance with industry standards:

4.5.1.1

THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS & FEDERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

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

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

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

4.5.1.1.4 ASTM F1066 - Standard Specification for Vinyl Composition Floor Tile.

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

4.5.1.1.6 ASTM F1344 - Standard Specification for Rubber Floor Tile.

4.5.1.1.7 ASTM F1861 - Standard Specification for Resilient Wall Base.

4.5.1.2.

FEDERAL SEPCIFICATIONS:

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

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

4.5.1.2.2

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.

4.5.1.2.3

DELIVERY AND STORAGE:

Contractor is responsible for moving all government supplied materials from Bldg. 115 located on Whiteman AFB MO to various projects sites located on Whiteman AFB MO. 90% of all work will be within a 3 mile radius, 10% of work will be within a 5 mile radius of Bldg. 115. All contractor supplied materials shall be delivered to the building site in original unopened containers bearing the manufacturer's name, brands, stock names, production run, project identification, and handling instructions. Materials shall be stored in a clean dry area with temperature maintained above 70 degrees F for 2 days prior to installation, and shall be stacked according to manufacturer's recommendations. Materials shall be protected from the direct flow of heat from hot-air registers, radiators and other heating fixtures and appliances. Do not open containers until materials are to be used, except for inspection to verify compliance with requirements.

4.5.1.2.4

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Areas to receive resilient flooring shall be maintained at a temperature above 70 degrees F and below 100 degrees F for 2 days before application, during application and 2 days after application. A minimum temperature of 55 degrees F shall be maintained thereafter. Provide adequate ventilation to remove moisture from area and to comply with regulations limiting concentrations of hazardous vapors.

4.5.1.2.5

SCHEDULING:

Resilient flooring application shall be scheduled after the completion of other work which would damage the finished surface of the flooring.

4.5.1.2.6

WARRANTY:

Contractor is responsible for providing a one year (contractor) supplied material warranty and warrant all workmanship for a period of one year, In addition to the aforementioned warranties manufacturer's standard performance guarantees or warranties that extend beyond a one year period shall be provided.

4.5.1.2.7

UNDERLAYMENT:

NOTE: Particleboard is not recommended for use as an underlayment.

Underlayment shall be latex type, as recommended by flooring manufacturer.

4.5.1.2.8 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.

4.6 CERAMIC TILE ***************************************************************************

(Government Supplied):

4.6.1 Contractor Supplied Material for Ceramic tile:

All adhesives, sealers, spacers, underlayment, transition strips, and required fastening devices.

4.6.2 In accordance with industry standards:

4.6.2.1` The Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation by the Tile Council of America, Inc., including the listed Specifications by the American National Standards Institute and The American Society for Testing and Materials.

4.6.2.2 Materials: All ACM, specified by EPA, TDH and OSHA laws and regulations, shall be provided by the Contractor.NOTE: This guide specification covers the requirements for ceramic tile for walls and floors, porcelain tile, quarry tile, paver tile, and marble thresholds. Tile grouted with epoxy or furan resin is included, but quarry tile subject to severe chemical exposures is specified in Section 09330 CHEMICAL-RESISTANT QUARRY TILE.

Comments and suggestions on this guide specification are welcome and should be directed to the technical proponent of the specification. A listing of technical proponents, including their organization designation and telephone number, is on the Internet.

Recommended changes to a UFGS should be submitted as a Criteria Change Request (CCR).

Use of electronic communication is encouraged.

This guide specification includes tailoring options for floor tile, mosaic tile, quarry tile, detectable warning tile, porcelain tile glazed wall tile, and marble thresholds. Selection or deselection of a tailoring option will include or exclude that option in the section, but editing the resulting section to fit the project is still required.

NOTE: For Army facilities, buildings not excluded by TI 800-01 Design Criteria will be accessible in accordance with 36 CFR, Part 1191, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities.

Drawings will indicate location, dimensions, elevations, schedules, content, details and such other information as required to indicate the extent of the work.

Product selections shall be based on esthetic values, function, type of facility, and cost as related to project needs.

4.6.2.3

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.

4.6.2.4 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.

4.6.2.5

AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI):

4.6.2.6

ANSI A108.1A

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

4.6.2.7

ANSI A108.1B

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

4.6.2.8

ANSI A108.4

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

4.6.2.9

ANSI A108.5

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

4.6.2.10

ANSI A108.6

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

4.6.2.11

ANSI A108.7

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

4.6.2.12

ANSI A108.8

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

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

4.6.2.14

ANSI A118.1

(1992) Dry-Set Portland Cement Mortar

4.6.2.15

ANSI A118.2

(1992) Conductive Dry-Set Portland Cement Mortar

4.6.2.16

ANSI A118.3

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

4.6.2.17

ANSI A118.4

(1992) Latex-Portland Cement Mortar

4.6.2.18

ANSI A118.5

(1992) Chemical Resistant Furan Mortars and Grouts for Tile

4.6.2.19

ANSI A118.6

(1992) Ceramic Tile Grouts

4.6.2.20

ANSI A118.9

(1992) Test Methods and Specifications for Cementitious Backer Units

4.6.2.21

ANSI A136.1

(1992) Organic Adhesives for Installation of Ceramic Tile

4.6.2.22

ANSI A137.1

(1988) Ceramic Tile

4.6.2.23

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND…