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FM-3191 Rev. (01-04)

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDASCHOOL BOARD ADMINISTRATION BUILDING

1450 Northeast Second AvenueMiami, FL 33132

BIDDER QUALIFICATION FORM

Direct all inquiries to Procurement ManagementServices:

BID NO.BID TITLE

BUYER NAME:

E-MAIL ADDRESS:PHONE: (305)FAX NUMBERTDD PHONE (305) 995-2400

I.

I certify that this bid is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm, orperson submitting a bid for the same materials, supplies, or equipment, and is in all respects fair and without collusionor fraud. I agree to abide by all conditions of this bid; and I certify that I am authorized to sign this bid for the bidder.

Vendor certifies that it satisfies all necessary legal requirements as an entity to do business with the School Board ofMiami-Dade County, Florida.

THE SUBMISSION OF THE BID BY THE VENDOR, ACCEPTANCE AND AWARD OF THE BID BY THE SCHOOL BOARD OFMIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND SUBSEQUENT PURCHASE ORDERS ISSUED AGAINST SAID AWARD SHALLCONSTITUTE A BINDING, ENFORCEABLE CONTRACT. UNLESS OTHERWISE STIPULATED IN THE BID DOCUMENTS, NOOTHER CONTRACT DOCUMENTS SHALL BE ISSUED.

Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM on _________________________ in room 351, School Board Administration building, 1450 NE 2ndAvenue, Miami, FL., 33132, at which time they will be publicly opened. Bids may not be withdrawn for ________ days after opening.(Refer to Instructions to Bidders, para. IV.B.)

A. BIDDER CERTIFICATION AND IDENTIFICATION

B.

The Bidder shall hold harmless, indemnify and defend the indemnities (as hereinafter defined) against any claim, action, loss,damage, injury, liability, cost or expense of whatsoever kind or nature including, but not by way of limitation, attorney's fees andcourt costs arising out of bodily injury to persons, including death, or damage to tangible property arising out of or incidental tothe performance of this Contract (including goods and services provided thereto) by or on behalf of the Bidder, whether or notdue to or caused in part by the negligence or other culpability of the indemnity, excluding only the sole negligence or culpabilityof the indemnity. The following shall be deemed to be indemnities: The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and itsmembers, officers and employees.

II. INDEMNIFICATION

III. PERFORMANCE SECURITY, is required on this bid. YES NO

Refer to INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS, para. VII., and VI.

IF PERFORMANCE SECURITY IS REQUIRED, PLEASE INDICATE THE TYPE TO BE FURNISHED:

Performance Bond Check (Cashier's, Certified, or equal)

An original, manual signature is required on the Bidder Qualification Form.(Bidder is requested to use blue ink)

(Do not use pencil)

Legal Name of VendorMailing AddressCity Zip CodeTelephone No.By: Signature (Original)Of Authorized Representative DateName (Typed or Printed)Of Authorized Representative Date

StateE-mail address

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES

ROOM NO. 352 BID BOX 1450 N.E. 2ND AVENUE

MIAMI, FLORIDA 33132

BID NO.: BID TITLE: BID OPENING DATE:

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA Procurement Management Services

NOTICE OF PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS

NO BID I f not submitting a bid at this time, for informational purpose only, detach this sheet from the b id documents , complete the informat ion requested, fo ld as indicated, s taple , a f f ix postage and return address, and mai l . NO ENVELOPE IS NECESSARY.

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NOTE: Fai lure to respond, e i ther by submit t ing a b id or th is completed form, may resul t in your company being removed from the School Board’ s bid list. To qualify as a respondent to the bid, vendor must submit a NO BID.

Vendor Information Sheet

2. Telephone/Fax/Contact Person

Name of Firm, Individual(s), Partners or Corporation

City State Zip Code

3. Ownership Disclosure

Title GenderRace-ethnicity Stock Ownership

NOTE: The information provided by the vendor on this form should be consistent with that provided on the "Vendor's Application". All vendors must have a current vendor's application on file with M-DCPS, and have provided information and/or befamiliar with M-DCPS' policy regarding the following: (a) Employment Disclosure, (b) Drug Free Workplace, (c) Family Leave Policy, (d) Code of Business Ethics, (e) Conflict of Interest, (f) Perception, (g) Gratuities, and (h) Business Meals. Failure to provide M-DCPS a current vendor application may cause the vendor not to be awarded any new business with M-DCPS. Vendor applications can be downloaded at: http://procurement.dadeschools.net

Street Address

If the contract or business transaction is with a corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship,or joint venture, the full legal name and business address shall be provided for the chief officer, director, or owner who holds, directly or indirectly the majority of the stock or ownership. If the contract or business transaction is with a trust, the full legal name and address shall be provided for each trustee and each beneficiary. Post Office addresses are not acceptable.

Name

1A.Federal Employer Identification Number

Or Owner's Social Security Number

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Address

__________________________________________Contact Person

E-mail address

Telephone number

Fax number

"License Information, Reference Sheet, and Document Collection Check-Off Form"Bid No. 041-GG09

Epoxy Flooring: Furnish and Install (District Wide)

Email:

City Zip Code

License Number Effective/Expiration Date

Check here if attached

Contact Phone Fax Type of service or repair provided

Phone:Fax:

Bidder:

Service Representative:

URL: Street Address

State

Years in Business:

Address

Please list below (3) of your most recent references, in addition to Specification 1.05 B. Indicate the type of service provided for each client. References will be verified.

Company

Occupational License: Effective Date/Number:

Have you completed the Vendor Information Sheet in

the bid? Please submit it with your bid package.

Certificate of Compentency (Provide copy of Drivers License

if picture is not displaye on certificate)

(3) Letters of References. Submitt letters with bid.

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS BID PROPOSAL FORM (FORMAT A) TO: THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA BID

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SC 1 TITLE Epoxy Flooring: Furnish and Install (District Wide)

FM-2336 Rev. (06-98)

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

1. PURPOSE: The purpose of this bid is to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, for the purchase of estimated requirements for the items listed, to furnish and install seamless epoxy flooring for schools and facilities of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. The term of this bid shall be for eighteen (18) months from date of award, concluding at the end of the business week, and may, by mutual agreement between Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) and the awardees, be extended for two (2) additional one year periods, and if needed, 90 days beyond the expiration date of the current contract period. Subsequent extension periods shall conclude at the end of the business week. Procurement Management Services, may, if consider extending, request a letter of intent to extend from the awardees(s), prior to the end of the current contract period. The awardee(s) will be notified when the recommendation has been acted on. All prices shall be firm for the term of the contract and subsequent extension periods. The successful vendor(s) agrees to this condition by signing its bid.

2. CONE OF SILENCE: A Cone of Silence is applicable to this competitive solicitation. Any inquiry, clarification or information regarding this bid must be requested in writing by Fax or E-mail to:

Ms. Oretha Houser, CPPB, Buyer

Procurement Management Fax No. 305-523-2217

E-mail: [email protected]

A copy of this written request must be sent simultaneously to:

Ileana Martinez, School Board Clerk Miami-Dade County Public Schools

The Office of Superintendent of Schools 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Room 268B

Miami, Florida 33132 Fax No. 305-995-1448

E-mail: [email protected]

THE DEADLINE FOR ANY INQUIRY, CLARIFICATION, OR INFORMATION REGARDING THIS BID IS ONE (1) WEEK PRIOR TO THE DUE DATE FOR BID SUBMITTALS. THIS WILL ALLOW M-DCPS SUFFICIENT TIME TO ADDRESS ALL INQUIRIES. 3. BID ADDENDUMS: All bidders should monitor continuously, M-DCPS, Procurement and Materials Management

website for any addendums that may be posted, prior to the opening of this solicitation. The Procurement and Materials Management website, which list all bids, addendums, and award information, is as follows:

http://procurement.dadeschools.net/

mailto:[email protected]

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SPECIAL CONDITIONS (CONTINUED)

4. PRE-BID CONFERENCE: A pre-bid conference will be held Wednesday, August 8, 2007, at 10:00 a.m., in

Maintenance Operations Training Room, 12525 NW 28 Avenue, Miami, Florida. Pre-Bid Conference attendance by the bidder or his qualified representative is recommended for bid acceptance. Questions regarding the Special Conditions and Specifications will be addressed at the Pre-Bid Conference. Correspondence should clearly identify the bid number you are referring to.

5. AWARD: A “Primary” vendor award will be made on a total low bid basis, to the first lowest responsive and

responsible bidder, who demonstrates by references and credentials that they meet the specifications of this solicitation. An “Alternate” vendor award may be made to the second lowest responsive and responsible bidder, who also demonstrates by references and credentials that they meet the specifications of this solicitation. Bidders must bid all items in order to be considered for an award.

6. “ALTERNATE” VENDOR: M-DCPS reserves the right to assign work simultaneously to the “Alternate” vendor in

the event the “Primary” vendor is unable to perform and/or complete individual projects within the time frame required for continuity of program, safety or health of the staff and students, protection of Board assets, or any other circumstances as deemed to be in the best interests of the District.

7. BID SUBMITTAL: Bidders are requested to submit the original bid and proof of all information requested, in

accordance with Specification 1.05 VENDOR QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS and SPECIAL CONDITIONS 18. CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY/STATE CERTIFICATION. Please provide information on the “License Information, Reference Sheet, and Document Collection Check-Off Form” included in this bid.

8. ESTIMATED QUANTITIES: The estimated quantities provided in the bid proposal are for bidder's guidance only.

No guarantee is expressed or implied, as to quantities that will be used during the contract period. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida is not obligated to place an order for any given amount, subsequent to the award of this bid. Estimates are based upon M-DCPS's actual needs and usage during a previous contractual period, and include an additional ten percent for unanticipated increases in requirements.

9. SPECIFICATIONS: If a product is to be considered as an equal to the specified pre-approved manufacturer’s

products identified in the Specifications, (PART 2 – PRODUCTS), complete technical specifications, together with illustrative materials providing brand name, product number, application instructions, and Materials Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) of the product are requested to accompany the bid for evaluation. In addition, a bid offering alternate products shall be governed by Specifications PART 2 – PRODUCTS, 2.03 SUBMITTALS. Non-compliance with this condition prior to award may cause your bid to not be considered for an award.

Bidder’s can download for review, M-DCPS current Master Specifications for various trades at http://facilities.dadeschools.net/default.aspx?id=masterspec2004. M-DCPS reserves the right to add additional acceptable products as approved brands throughout the term of the bid and/or delete previously approved brands that are no longer acceptable by M-DCPS.

http://facilities.dadeschools.net/default.aspx?id=masterspec2004


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10. UNAUTHORIZED SHIPMENT/SUBSTITUTION: Unauthorized substitutions of products shall be grounds for termination. Vendors shall be considered in default of the contract and shall lose eligibility to transact new business with the Board for a period of fourteen (14) months from the date of termination by the Board.

11. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET: As per Florida Statutes, Chapter 442 (Right-to-Know Law), Material Safety

Data Sheets (MSDS) are required for materials specified in the Specifications. Bidders are requested to submit material safety data sheet(s) within five (5) days of request. Failure to supply a MSDS in the allotted time, may subject the vendor to default for non-compliance.

12. SPECIAL WARRANTY: The warranty for equipment, installation, service and repairs is defined in 7. Warranty, of

the attached Specifications. The warranty of work is defined in (Part 7, Special Warranty) of the Specifications.

13. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS: Successful vendor(s) are required to have insurance coverage, as specified in the indemnity and insurance form(s), attached hereto and made a part of this bid. The successful vendor(s) must submit completed certificate of insurance form(s), before being recommended for award. Failure to submit this form(s), as noted, will result in the vendor(s) not being recommended for the bid award.

A certificate of insurance, naming The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida as an “additional insured” can be faxed to the Risk and Benefits Management at 305-995-7199 or mailed to:

Miami-Dade County Public Schools Office of Risk and Benefits Management 1500 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 127 Miami, FL 33132

Phone: 305-995-7133 Fax: 305-995-7199

14. CODES AND PERMITS: All work performed and materials used shall comply with all applicable federal, state and

local codes, laws, ordinances and regulations. The successful vendor(s) shall be responsible for, and obtaining all necessary licenses and permits, as may be required.

15. PROTECTION OF PERSONS AND PROPERTY: The vendor shall initiate, maintain and supervise safety

precautions and programs in performing the work. Protect vendor’s employees, vendor’s materials, equipment and work, M-DCPS property, and building occupants. M-DCPS shall not be responsible for vendor’s failure to protect persons and property.

16. SITE INSPECTIONS SUBSEQUENT TO AWARD: Throughout the term of the bid, awardees are encouraged to

make site inspections where the epoxy flooring work is to be performed, to familiarize themselves with the unique environment where the work is to take place and to establish work procedures to minimize disruption of the school day, and avoid damage to existing infrastructure.

http://riskmanagement.dadeschools.net/


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Scheduling of visits to the various locations throughout the term of the contract, will be coordinated, to insure access, and to review specifications regarding normal workload, average job size, problems, safety considerations, or other conditions that are unique to the Miami-Dade County Public School System. Failure to consider these conditions shall not entitle the awarded vendor to additional compensation.

17. ADDITIONAL WORK OR IMPERVIOUS FLOORING TYPES, EMERGENCIES, AND OTHER EXCEPTIONS:

If, during the term of this contract, additional services or other impervious flooring types are required, as a result of emergencies, special projects, safety related concerns or any other unforeseen situations M-DCPS reserves the right to obtain written quotations from the primary and alternate awardees, itemizing all requirements. Under these circumstances, M-DCPS also reserves the right to assign projects to other contractors not awarded this bid.

18. OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE: Any person, firm, corporation or joint venture, with a business location in Miami-Dade

County, Florida, which is submitting a bid, shall meet the County’s Occupational License Tax requirements in accordance with Chapter 8A, Article IX of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Bidders with a location outside Miami-Dade County shall meet their local Occupational Tax requirements. A copy of the license is requested to be submitted with the Bid Proposal. If the Bidder has already complied with this requirement, a new copy is not required while the license is valid and in effect. It is the Bidder’s responsibility to resubmit a copy of a new license after expiration or termination of the current license. Non-compliance with this condition may cause the bid not to be considered for award.

19. CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY/STATE CERTIFICATION: Each bidder, by submitting a bid, certifies that it

possesses a current certificate of competency approved by Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board, Division “A”, and issued by Miami-Dade County Building Code Compliance Division. Bidders certified pursuant to Chapter 489, F.S., Regulation of Professions and Occupations Contracting shall also be considered properly qualified. The bidder Qualifying Agent (Q.A.) must supervise, direct and control all work.

20. REFERENCES: Bidder’s should submit three (3) references on the “License Information/Reference Sheet” and

otherwise comply with Specifications 1.05, B. The references must be clients for who similar work in size and scope have been or is being performed.

21. VENDOR INFORMATION SHEET: All bidders are requested to complete the attached Vendor Information Sheet.

In order to conduct new business under the bid, M-DCPS requires that the vendor(s) have a current vendor application on file. The information on both documents must be consistent. Failure to comply with this condition may cause the Bidder(s) not be awarded any new business. Vendor applications can be downloaded at http://procurement.dadeschools.net.



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22. ASSIGNMENT: The successful vendor(s) shall not assign, transfer, pledge, or hypothecate any portion of the

awarded contract, without prior written consent of M-DCPS. 23. SUBCONTRACTORS: Subcontracting is permitted under this contract. Upon request, vendor must submit a list of

subcontractors it may utilize. M-DCPS reserves the right to reject the utilization of any subcontractor. Rejection of any subcontractor by M-DCPS shall not entitle the vendor to adjust its bid prices. The vendor shall be held fully responsible and liable for the supervision and performance of all work performed by subcontractors. M-DCPS shall not be responsible for resolution of disputes between the vendor and any subcontractor. All subcontractors who perform against this bid, understands and agrees that all payments for products and services rendered under this bid will be made by vendor, and that the purchaser (School Board) is not liable to the subcontractor, should the vendor fail to render payment to the subcontractor. Subcontractors further acknowledge and agree that it will not seek payment from purchasers (School Board), for any supplies and services supplied pursuant to this bid.

24. DEFAULT: In the event of default, which may include, but is not limited to non-performance, poor performance,

and/or non-compliance with warranty repairs the awardee(s) shall lose eligibility to transact new business with the Board for a period of fourteen (14) months from date of termination of award by the Board.

25. ERASURES OR CORRECTIONS: When filling out the Bid Proposal Form, bidders are required to use a typewriter

or complete bid proposal in ink.

1. Use of pencil is prohibited. 2. Do not erase or use correction fluid to correct an error. 3. All changes must be crossed out and initialed in ink.

Those bids for individual items that do not comply with items 1, 2 and 3 above will be considered non-responsive for that item(s).

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, FloridaBid No. 041-GG09


BID PROPOSAL FORM (FORMAT B)Type or print in this box the complete name of the bidder:

Bid No.: 041-GG09Title: Epoxy Flooring: Furnish and Install (District Wide)Buyer: O. Houser

ITEM DESCRIPTION OF ITEM ESTIMATED QUANTITY (18 Months)

UNIT UNIT PRICE

1/8" Epoxy Flooring, Type N - Normal Duty, shall have a minimum SCoF (slip resistance) coefficient of 0.60.

1/4" Epoxy Flooring, Type H - Heavy Duty, shall have a minimum SCoF (slip resistance) coefficient of 0.70.

1 Repair of existing 1/8" epoxy flooring to match thickness of existing epoxy floor, to include: removal of damaged existing epoxy floor, substrate preparation, and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer).

7,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


7,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

3 Install 1/4" thick new epoxy flooring replacing existing quarry tile to include: removal of existing tile, substrate preparation, and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer).

9,000 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

4 Install 1/4" thick new epoxy flooring replacing existing ceramic tile to include: removal of existing tile, substrate preparation, and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer).

3,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

5 Install 1/4" thick new epoxy flooring over existing concrete to include: substrate preparation, and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer). 6,000 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

6 Install 1/4" thick new epoxy flooring replacing existing vinyl tile to include: removal of existing vinyl tile, substrate preparation, and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer).

5,250 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

7 Install 1/4" thick new epoxy flooring over existing wood floor to include: substrate preparation, and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer). Does not include repair/replacement of damaged wood floor.

2,250 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

8 Install 1/4" thick new epoxy flooring over existing epoxy floor to include: substrate preparation, and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer). 3,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

9 Remove and replace kitchen equipment, including disconnect and reconnect of gas, water and electrical supplies. Contractor must submit drop test certification in writing to M-DCPS.

75 Each Job $_______________ Each Job

PLEASE PROVIDE PRICING BELOW:

Items 1 through 14 will be for projects from 0 to 500 Sq. Ft..

AWARD: An award will be made on a total low bid basis, based on the (estimated quantity (X) the unit price), for Items 1 through 81, to the lowest responsive, responsible primary, and one alternate vendor, meeting all specifications. An award for individual line items will not be made against this bid, therefore vendor(s) must bid all 81 items in order to be considered for an award.

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10 Remove and replace storage shelving, furniture and non-kitchen equipment. Does not include built-in storage/shelving units. 75 Each Job $_______________ Each Job

11 Supply and install non-skid epoxy floor coating 1/8", with a minimum slip coeficient of 0.70. 4,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

12 Supply and install non-skid epoxy floor coating 1/4", with a minimum slip coeficient of 0.60. 4,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

13 Remove mortar/mudbed and restore original floor elevation with the epoxy flooring manufacturer's approved sub floor product, 2" thick, or less. Price shall include disposal of removed material and debris

4,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

14 Remove mortar/mudbed and restore original floor elevation with the epoxy flooring manufacturer's approved sub floor product, greater than 2" thick. Price shall include disposal of removed material and debris

4,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


6,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


6,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

17 Install 1/4" thick new epoxy flooring replacing existing quarry tile to include: removal of existing tile, substrate preparation, and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer). 13,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


2,250 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

19 Install 1/4" thick new epoxy flooring over existing concrete to include: substrate preparation,and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer). 15,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


6,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


36,000 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

Items 15 through 27 will be for projects from 501 to 1500 Sq. Ft.

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75 Each Job $_______________ Each Job


25 Supply and install non-skid epoxy floor coating with a minimum slip coeficient of 0.8. 9,000 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


6,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

27 Remove mortar/mudbed and restore original floor elevation with the epoxy flooring manufacturer's approved sub floor product, greater than 2" thick. Price shall include disposal of removed material and debris

6,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


10,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


10,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


42,000 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


10,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


33 Install 1/4" thick new epoxy flooring replacing existing vinyl tile to include: removal of existing vinyl tile, substrate and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer).

5,250 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


10,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


Items 28 through 40 will be for projects from 1501 to 3500 Sq. Ft.

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75 Each Job $_______________ Each Job




15,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

40 Remove mortar/mudbed and restore original floor elevation with the epoxy flooring manufacturer's approved sub floor product, greater than 2" thick. Price shall include disposal of removed material and debris 15,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

41 Repair of existing 1/8" epoxy flooring to match thickness of existing epoxy floor, to include: removal of damaged existing epoxy floor, substrate preparation, and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer). 22,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

42 Repair of existing 1/4" epoxy flooring to match thickness of existing epoxy floor, to include: removal of damaged existing epoxy floor, substrate preparation, and two separate floodcoats (clearcoat/sealer). 22,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


22,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


5,250 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.



5,250 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


5,250 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.


Items 41 through 53 will be for projects greater than 3500 Sq. Ft.

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75 Each Job $_______________ Each Job




5,250 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

53 Remove mortar/mudbed and restore original floor elevation with the epoxy flooring manufacturer's approved sub floor product, greater than 2" thick. Price shall include disposal of removed material and debris 5,250 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

54 Remove and replace floor mounted toilets including disconnect and reconnect of water supply. 225 Each $_______________ Each

55 Remove and replace privacy partitions.4,500 Per Linear

Ft. $_______________ Per Linear Ft.

56 Slope to drain maximum thickness 2" 3,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

57 Slope to drain thickness greater than 2". 3,750 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.58 Supply and install 4" integral cove base.

30,000 Per Linear Ft. $_______________ Per Linear Ft.

59 Supply and install 6" integral cove base.22,500 Per Linear

Ft. $_______________ Per Linear Ft.

60 Replace 4" round floor drain in any type surface in which the existing drain is fully or partially exposed. 60 Each $_______________ Each

61 Replace 6" round floor drain in any type surface in which the existing drain is fully or partially exposed. 60 Each $_______________ Each

62 Replace 4" round floor drain in any type surface in which the existing drain is unexposed. 30 Each $_______________ Each

63 Replace 6" round floor drain in any type surface in which the existing drain is unexposed. 30 Each $_______________ Each

64 Install Moisture Barrier 7,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

65 Install stairs treads. 25,000 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

66 Install stairs risers. 25,000 Per Linear Ft. $_______________ Per Linear Ft.

67 Install stairs stringers. 1,000 Per Linear Ft. $_______________ Per Linear Ft.

Ancillary Services

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68 Remove existing metal stair nosings & prepare stairs to receive new epoxy nosings & coatings. 25,000 Per Linear

Ft. $_______________ Per Linear Ft.

69 Install stairs nosings. 15,000 Per Linear Ft. $_______________ Per Linear Ft.

70 Install stairs landings. 2,500 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

71 Prepare and install impervious epoxy coatings on walls and ceilings. 250,000 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

72 Repair / replace seriously damaged walls to receive impervious coatings.20,000 Sq. Ft. $_______________ Per Sq. Ft.

73 Plumber to replace shut off valves for gas lines. 100 Each Job $_______________ Each Job

74 Plumber to replace shut off valves for plumbing fixtures. 500 Each Job $_______________ Each Job

75 Plumber to replace covers for 4” round floor drains. 100 Each Job $_______________ Each Job

76 Plumber to replace covers for 6” round floor drains. 100 Each Job $_______________ Each Job

77 Plumber to replace flush valves for toilets. 100 Per Toilet $_______________ Per Toilet

78 Monthly price to furnish 40 ft.storage container. 200 Each Month $_______________ Each Month

79 Monthly price to furnish 20 ft.storage container. 50 Each Month $_______________ Each Month

80 Additional mobilizations / setups to complete a project that requires work to be performed in excess of three phases. 50

Per Additional

Set-up

$_______________ Per Additional Set-up

81 Furnish and install new bullet feet on metal shelves.500 Each $_______________ Each

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Furnish and Install Epoxy Flooring July 24, 2007

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041-GG09 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

EPOXY FLOORING: FURNISH AND INSTALL (DISTRICT WIDE) (SPECIFICATIONS) PART 1 GENERAL 1.00 SPECIAL CONDITIONS 1.01 SCOPE OF WORK

A. Purpose The purpose of this bid is to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, for the purchase of estimated requirements for the items listed, to furnish and install seamless epoxy flooring for schools and facilities of Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B. Related work specified in other sections:

1. Instructions To Bidders. 2. Special Conditions 3. Line Item Specifications. 4 Miami-Dade County Public Schools Master Guidelines Specifications

Sections: a. 03300 – Cast-in-Place Concrete. b. 09673R – Epoxy-Quartz Flooring and Base, Retrofit. (Attached) c. 09000 – Patching and Finishes. d. 09900 – Painting. e. 09905 – Epoxy Resin Wall Finish. f. NFPA54 – Plumbing and Gas.

(Note: These Master Specification Guidelines may be accessed on the internet at http://facilities.dadeschools.net/default.aspx?id=masterspec2004

C. ASTM F710-04 – Standard practice for Preparing Concrete Floors to Receive Resilient

Flooring. D. F2170-02 – Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs,

Using In Situ Probes. E. Voices of Safety International (VOSI): V41.22 Test Method for Slip-Resistant Footwear, as

measured using a Drag Type Friction Tester.

F. Where conflicting specifications exist between the related documents, the more restrictive specification will prevail. Trade association general standards referred to in the related documents will be interpreted based on the most recent revision.

1.02 REFERENCES

A. Florida Building Code (FBC)


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1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Owner: Shall mean The School Board of Dade County, Florida, also referred to as Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) or the Board.

B. M-DCPS authorized representative:

Shall mean the individual/firm designated by the Owner to schedule, inspect and accept for payment, the work covered by this contract document.

C. Inspector:

Shall mean an authorized representative of Maintenance Operations.

D. Vendor:

Refers to the person, firm or corporation authorized to do business in the State of Florida, to whom a contract has been awarded directly from the Board for the performance of the work described by these documents.

E. Performance:

Shall mean to furnish all supervision, labor, materials, equipment, transportation and services required for completion of the work.

F. Acceptance:

Shall mean work that has been inspected and approved by M-DCPS as being completed in accordance with contract documents.

G. Punch List:

Is a list of items which have been identified as not acceptable in accordance with the contract documents at time of inspection.

H. Emergency:

Shall mean such situations or circumstances as designated by the M-DCPS authorized representative or designee.

I. Written Notice:

Shall mean a confirmed facsimile transmission, e-mail, or delivery of a certified or registered letter to the vendor’s last known business address.

J. Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Information on chemicals or ingredients.


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1.04 JOB CONDITIONS

A. General:

The vendor is responsible for providing all labor, material, supervision and equipment necessary to perform all work required under this contract and shall do so in a manner that is safe, efficient and environmentally acceptable.

B. Site inspection:

1. Prospective vendors are encouraged to make inspections of typical school sites to

familiarize themselves with the unique environment where the work is to take place and to establish work procedures that minimize disruption of the school day. The M-DCPS authorized representative shall be available to answer questions regarding normal work load, average job size and special conditions.

2. Failure or omission of the vendor to receive or examine any instruction or document,

or any part of the specifications, or to visit the site and become acquainted with the nature and location of the work, the general and local conditions and all matters which may in any way affect performance shall not relieve the vendor of any obligation to perform as specified herein. Failure to address site conditions, safety considerations or other conditions unique to this school system shall not entitle the awarded vendor to additional compensation after a notice to commence is issued.

C. Emergency response:

Where an emergency situation is deemed to exist by the M-DCPS authorized representative, the vendor will be required to respond on a verbal confirmation to proceed, issued by Procurement Management. The response must result in the arrival of a work crew at the affected site within four (4) hours. Failure to respond in a timely manner to an emergency may constitute grounds for termination of this award.

D. Emergency proposal:

The vendor shall survey the project location and submit a proposal to the M-DCPS authorized representative, within forty-eight (48) hours after a Request for Proposal is issued by any means. Proposals shall include “Contract Line Items” and items “Not in Contract”, with quantities, descriptions, unit prices and extension totals per item.

E. Standard proposal:

The vendor shall survey the project location and submit a proposal to the M-DCPS authorized representative within seven (7) calendar days after a written Request for Proposal is issued. Proposals shall include “Contract Line Items” and items “Not in Contract”, with quantities, descriptions, unit prices and extension totals per item.

F. Termination and remedy:

1. M-DCPS reserves the right to terminate any work awarded under this contract, or to

cancel this contract in its entirety, upon 30 days written notice to the vendor.

2. In the event that the vendor fails to perform any of the services in a satisfactory manner and in compliance with the terms and conditions of this contract, M-DCPS shall issue a written notice to the vendor, listing such deficiencies, and establishing a specific time frame for correction. If correction is not effected in an acceptable manner within the allocated time, M-DCPS may, after written notice of default to the vendor,


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accomplish the work in any manner it chooses, with the cost of such work being deducted from the contract price. Exercise of this provision does not preclude termination of the contract, and the vendor being subject to default for failure to perform.

3. Any fines and/or penalties levied against the owner by any agency or individual of

jurisdiction which are a result of the vendor’s negligence in adherence to the terms and conditions of this contract, applicable statutes, codes and/or ordinances, shall be borne solely by the vendor.

G. Interference:

The vendor shall perform all work with a minimum amount of disruption to the normal operation of the school facility.

H. Working Day

The normal working hours for M-DCPS are between 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. As directed by the M-DCPS authorized representative, the vendor shall work during school off-hours, recess periods, or holidays at no additional cost to the Board.

I. Construction Activities:

1. Upon arrival and departure at the job site, the vendor's personnel shall check in and

out with the main office. The vendor shall also coordinate construction activities, including materials delivery as well as trash and/or scrap materials removal, with schools’ administrative offices in order to minimize disruption of the educational process.

2. The vendor is responsible for receiving all deliveries and must establish work

schedule accordingly.

J. Special Warranty: Vendor shall remedy any work which fails to conform to the requirements of the contract and which appears during the progress of the work. All work, material and hardware shall be free from defects and structurally sound during the entire warranty period. The vendor shall warrant the work and shall remedy any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship which appear within five (5) years from the date of final acceptance. This warranty shall be provided to the Board, in writing, at time of final invoicing. Neither the final payment nor any provision in the contract documents shall relieve the vendor of the responsibility for negligence, defects of manufacture, latent defects, faulty materials and/or workmanship to the extent of and within the period provided by law. Upon written notice, the vendor shall remedy any defects due thereto and pay all expenses for any damage to other work resulting there from. Unless otherwise specified, warranty repairs shall be considered emergencies, and the vendor shall be required to respond as described in Section 1.04, C, Emergency Response.

K. Performance Period:

Individual purchase orders issued under this contract will have specific work performance time lines and completion dates. These time frames will be mutually agreeable and will be strictly adhered to. Failure on the part of the vendor to complete these individual projects within the established performance period may result in termination of this contract.


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L. Inspection and Punchlist:

1. The M-DCPS authorized representative will monitor the vendor using quality assurance procedures established in the work order. However, M-DCPS reserves the right to use other methods to assure compliance with all terms and conditions of the contract. In no event shall M-DCPS’ right to inspect be restricted. The vendor is responsible for requesting all required inspections. Vendor shall give two working days notice prior to any inspection request. If the work is not complete when the inspection occurs, the vendor may be held liable for the cost of the inspection.

2. Progress Inspection:

At any time during the execution of projects performed under this contract, the M-DCPS authorized representative may, without notice to the vendor, inspect the work for quality of materials and/or installation. Deficiencies noted shall be corrected by the vendor within a time certain as established by the M-DCPS authorized representative.

3. Final Inspection:

Upon completion of the work, the vendor shall notify the M-DCPS authorized representative, and a final inspection shall be scheduled. Deficiencies noted shall be documented and remedy shall be resolved within 30 days of the inspection, unless additional time is required and granted by the M-DCPS authorized representative.

1.05 VENDOR QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

A. At the time of the bid opening, and throughout the term of the contract, the successful bidder must be qualified and properly licensed to perform the scope of the work described herein. Bidders must possess a valid occupational license issued by Miami-Dade County.

B. Prior to award of this contract, the vendor shall provide a minimum of three letters of reference

of similar work performed within the South Florida area within the last three years.

C. The vendor is required, and shall have the capability, to simultaneously perform all work described herein at multiple locations throughout Miami-Dade County on a timely basis.

D. It is the responsibility of the vendor to comply with all codes and regulations having jurisdiction

for work to be performed under this contract.

E. Vendor shall assure that no use of any controlled substance including alcohol shall occur on M-DCPS premises as outlined in Board Rule GX13-4-1.05. Violation may result in termination of contract as outlined in Instructions To Bidders VI-E, DEFAULT.

F. Vendor shall insure that all of its personnel engaged in activities encompassed by this term bid

are properly qualified, trained and licensed to perform the work assigned. Vendor may be requested at any time to provide evidence of its employees’ qualifications.

G. All personnel employed by the vendor, including any subcontractor and subcontractor’s

employees when applicable, shall display at all times an identification badge which shall include the employee’s name, the employer’s name and either a physical description or a photograph of the employee. Employees without proper identification shall not be permitted to work on M-DCPS property.


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H. The vendor’s employees, subcontractors and its employees, and any other personnel, including material suppliers engaged in any activities encompassed by this term bid are strictly forbidden from participating in any manner and form of interaction with students of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Violation of this provision may result in removal of the individual(s) involved from the school site, the project, and further, the vendor may be prohibited from employing the individual in any future work with M-DCPS performed under this term bid.

I. The vendor will insure that any of its employees engaged in the disconnection/connection of

gas, liquid petroleum gas, natural gas, water or steam shall be licensed in accordance with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation and Miami-Dade County requirements

1.06 DELAYS AND EXTENSIONS OF TIME:

A. Completion within the established time frame for each individual project is very important. If the vendor is unable to adhere to the established schedule, a Request for Time Extension shall be submitted to the M-DCPS authorized representative, stating the reasons for the request and the amount of time the project is being requested to be extended. The M-DCPS authorized representative will evaluate the request to determine if the reasons for the request are due to circumstances beyond the vendor's control, and, if such is the determination, will also decide, and adjust if necessary, the length of the time extension to be granted. Approval of extensions will not be automatic.

B. Should any project fall behind schedule as established in the individual project purchase order,

or pursuant to Section 1.04, (L), Inspection and Punchlist, the M-DCPS authorized representative may direct the vendor to accelerate the remaining work in order to bring the project into compliance with the schedule.

C. If the vendor is unable to bring the project into compliance with the approved schedule, then

M-DCPS may implement the provisions of Section 1.04 (F), Termination and Remedy of this contract.,

D. Nothing contained in this subparagraph shall be construed as limiting the right of the Board to

proceed under any other paragraph in the contract or work order should the vendor fail to complete the work on time.

1.07 PERMITS, LICENSES AND FEES

A. This work will be accomplished under the auspices of the Annual Maintenance Permit issued to each facility. The vendor shall not be responsible for the cost of obtaining this Permit.

B. The vendor shall obtain and be responsible for the costs for any licenses, inspections and

disposal fees required for this contract and shall comply with all laws, ordinances, regulations and code requirements applicable to the work contained herein. Damages, penalties and/or fines imposed on M-DCPS or the vendor for failure to obtain required licenses, payment of of fees, or for the vendor's negligent pursuit of this contract shall be borne by the vendor.


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PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.00 MANUFACTURERS

A. The following manufacturers have been pre-approved for epoxy resin composition flooring.

1. Selbachek 6631, by BASF. 2. Dur-A-Quartz, by Dur-A-Flex. 3. MasterQuartz DES, by Polymercia. 4. Stonesheild HRI, by StonHard, Inc. 5. Morritex, by Valspar.

B. Additional manufacturers may be pre-approved during the term of this contract. Conversely,

manufacturers may lose pre-approved status. Affected products shall be incorporated or excluded as appropriate.

C. Vendors offering equivalent products to those listed above must submit samples to the

M-DCPS authorized representative, and shall not be used without prior approval. 2.01 MATERIALS

A. Basecoat

1. Thickness: ¼” for new floor. Match existing thickness for repairs.

2. Color: Selected by the M-DCPS authorized representative from the basecoat manufacturer’s stock color selection.

B. Topcoat

1. Colored, skid resistant, orange peel texture, non-abrasive topping in quantity as

recommended by the basecoat manufacturer for use with the specified basecoat.

2. Color: Matching basecoat color.

C. Skid Resistance: As selected by the M-DCPS authorized representative from the basecoat manufacturer’s stock selection, the basecoat must have a smooth skid-resistance and with a coefficient of friction of at least 0.5.

D. Underlayment: As recommenced by the basecoat manufacturer.

E. Joint Sealant Materials: As produced by the manufacturer of the epoxy resin composition

flooring system for type of service and joint condition indicated.


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2.03 SUBMITTALS

A. At the request of the Board, the vendor shall submit manufacturer’s specifications, recommendations, and installation instructions for specified underlayment and topping materials. Include the following: 1. Manufacturer’s published data, or letter of certification, or certified testing laboratory

report, indicating each material complies with specified requirements and is intended for application shown.

2. Manufacturer’s standard color chart.

3. Manufacturer’s top coat skid-resistance chart ranging from fine to coarse.

B. At the request of the Board, the vendor shall submit 4 inch by 4 inch minimum sized samples

in the color and finish as selected by the M-DCPS authorized representative.

1. Provide a minimum of three (3) samples per color and finish as selected by the M-DCPS authorized representative.

2. The epoxy resin composition flooring samples shall be applied to a rigid backing.

PART 3 EXECUTION

Vendor shall comply with the specifications contained herein, the conditions stated on individual purchase orders and, all applicable requirements, the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Master Specification Guidelines as identified in Paragraph 1.01, (B) of these specifications.

3.00 INSPECTION

A. Do not proceed with the work of this section until conditions impeding the proper and timely completion of the work have been corrected in an acceptable manner.

B. Existing Slopes to Floor Drains: Before starting work, verify existing slopes to floor drains

function properly and do not leave standing water or “bird baths”. If such conditions are found to exist, correct as necessary.

3.01 PREPARATION

A. Vendor shall comply with ASTM F710, manufacturers' recommendations as specified for

surface preparation of new and existing substrates.

B. Vendor shall remove all fixed and movable equipment before application of flooring material. Vendor shall also disconnect and properly seal all plumbing and gas fixtures, if present. Reinstall and reconnect same after installation of flooring material is complete.

C. Vendor shall test for moisture to determine if the concrete slab is adequately dry for flooring

installation. Vendor shall test existing concrete slabs on grade for manufacturer’s allowable moisture content by one of the following methods and shall provide a written report of findings.

1. The protimeter electrical conductivity survey master moisture test instrument.

2. Calcium chloride test.


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D. Concrete shall be smooth and level, with maximum surface variations not exceeding 1/8” in a 10 foot radius. Grind down ridges and other irregularities.

E. Fill cracks, holes, and depressions with latex cement underlayment as recommended by the

flooring manufacturer.

F. The vendor shall clean area before installation using the following methods: 1. Clean substrate surfaces to be free of paint, wax, oil, grease or other materials that

can affect bonding and smoothness of basecoat materials. Provide a clean, dry, and neutral substrate.

2. Shot-blast concrete surfaces to obtain optimum bond of flooring to concrete.

a. Remove sufficient material to provide a sound surface free of laitance, glaze,

efflorescence, and any bond-inhibiting curing compounds or form release agents.

b. Remove grease, oil, and other penetrating contaminates.

c. Repair damaged and deteriorated concrete to acceptable condition.

d. Leave surfaces free of dust, dirt, laitance, and efflorescence.

G. Allow for concrete substrate to properly cure and determine whether the concrete slab is

adequately dry for flooring installation. 1. Test concrete slabs in new construction or existing slabs on grade for manufacturer’s

allowable moisture content by one of the following:

a. The protimeter electrical conductivity survey master moisture test instrument.

b. Calcium chloride test. 3.02 INSTALLATION

A. Application

1. Apply troweled epoxy resin composition flooring with integral 4 inch high cove base by an applicator approved by the manufacturer of the flooring materials.

2. Apply without seams according to shop drawings and the flooring manufacturer’s

printed instructions.

3. New flooring thickness shall be uniform to maintain existing slope to floor drain. Chip a minimum of 12 inches around floor drain to maintain new flooring thickness at the drain.

B. Patch or repair cracks and level uneven areas with specified underlayment materials

according to underlayment manufacturer’s recommendations. 3.03 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

A. Use cleaning materials and procedures recommended by flooring manufacturer.

B. Vendor is responsible for protection and cleaning of surfaces after final coats.


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PART 4 NON-EXCLUSIVITY

M-DCPS reserves the right to perform, or cause to be performed, the work and services herein described in any manner it sees fit, including, but not limited to, award of other contracts, or to perform the work with its own employees.

PART 5 PROTECTION AND CLEANUP

A. The vendor shall take all necessary steps to provide a safe work environment for the occupants of the school and the general public in and around the work area and while the work is being performed. The vendor shall conform to all applicable OSHA, state and local regulations while performing work under this contract.

B. During the execution of projects, the vendor shall take all necessary, ordinary and

extraordinary precautions to insure that M-DCPS property is protected from damage and defacement resulting from the vendor’s activities, including but not limited to installation of Visqueen, or equivalent dust barrier, to separate the work area from non- work areas.

Any such damage shall be corrected by the vendor at the vendor’s sole expense. Prior to

payment of the final invoice, all corrections shall be inspected and accepted by the M-DCPS authorized representative.

C. It is the responsibility of the vendor to keep the site free from trash, debris, excess materials,

tools and hazardous conditions at all times. The vendor shall be responsible for disposal of all waste material, and shall do so in conformance with applicable laws codes and ordinances.

D. Vendor, its employees and /or assigns shall not use M-DCPS restroom, cafeteria, lounge,

dumpsters, equipment, etc. without expressed written permission prior to commencement of project from the M-DCPS authorized representative.

E. Vendor's materials, equipment and tools which are not in use shall be stored in a secured

location supplied by the vendor.

F. M-DCPS is not responsible for loss of tools, equipment or supplies.

G. Site shall be left in a “broom clean” condition upon completion of work.

H. Vendor shall not block exits, hallways, corridors, driveways delivery areas, nor impede ingress or egress.

PART 6 INVOICING

A. The invoice document shall contain, as a minimum, the following information:

1. M-DCPS’s Purchase Order Number (P.O.# and Release #, when appropriate).

2. Unit line items of work performed with quantities, descriptions, unit prices and extension totals per line item.

3. Items of work performed which are Not in Contract, showing quantities, descriptions,

unit prices and extension totals per item.

4. Start and completion time and date(s) of work performed.

5. Work location where services were provided.


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6. Final release of lien, and/or consent of surety, from any subcontractor or supplier, if

applicable.

7. Final release of claim from the vendor. 8. Written five (5) year warranty pursuant to Section 1.04, J, Warranty.

B. Payment will only be made for actual installed materials and work performed which has been inspected and found to be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract. Work found to be deficient will be corrected by the vendor at the vendor’s expense prior to any payment being made. The vendor will not be compensated for waste and/or surplus materials.

C Invoices shall be mailed or delivered to the appropriate M-DCPS authorized representative as

identified on the purchase order.

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA MASTER SPECIFICATION GUIDE NO. 09673

M-DCPS Spec Guide July 2007 Epoxy-Quartz Flooring and Base 09673 - 1

09673 EPOXY-QUARTZ FLOORING AND BASE ****************************************** SPECIFIER: This section replaces 09730 and 09705 (2004). It covers floorings for various sorts of areas and functions (including stair treads) in typical thicknesses. CSI 2004 Master Format number: 09 67 30. An optional keynote to Drawings follows each major project title, for A/Es using National CAD Standard. ******************************************

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordinate epoxy-quartz flooring and base with work before and after. See especially: 1. Specified concrete finish and curing of concrete at floor slabs and decks 03300 2. Vapor retarder beneath concrete slab-on-grade 07262

1.2 REFERENCES ****************************************** SPECIFIER: For new work over the sturdy vapor retarder specified in 07262, the simpler standards of ASTM F710 are adequate, namely, “consult the written instructions from the floor covering manufacturer for their acceptable test methods. If these instructions are in conflict, the most stringent shall apply.” F1869 seals a dish of lab-supplied CaCl2 within a 6x6 in transparent cover for 24 hr, then mails the CaCl2 to a lab for measurement. This takes time. Some producers, following F710, favor this method. F2170 requires drilling a hole 40% of the slab thickness, waiting, and then inserting an electronic probe to get s moisture reading. This takes time. Some producers, following F710, favor this method. ******************************************

A. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM): 1. F710-04 Standard Practice for Preparing Concrete Floors to Receive Resilient

Flooring. 2. F1869-04 Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride. 3. F2170-02 Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete

Floor Slabs, Using In Situ Probes.

B. Voices of Safety International (VOSI): 1. V41.22 Test Method for Slip-Resistant Footwear, as Measured Using a Drag Type Friction Tester.

1.3 SUBMITTALS Follow 01330

A. Form of Special Warranty. Submit text of Special Warranty at least 10 weeks before epoxy-quartz flooring and base installation is to begin. Get approval of text by A/E and board before making other submittals.



B. Product Data. 1. Test values for each quality specified in PART 2. 2. Static Coefficient of friction (SCoF) test values on unwaxed epoxy-quartz flooring

surfaces ranging from fine to coarse texture. 3. Producer’s standard color chart. 4. Installation instructions.

C. Samples: Provides two 4x4 in. samples, applied to thin concrete backing, in the color and texture selected by A/E.

D. Test Report: Moisture content of concrete floor substrate.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer: Certify that installer is approved by flooring producer.

B. Pre-Installation Meeting and Test: 1. Contractor, A/E, Board representative, testing agency, producer and installer shall

meet at least 28 days before start of installation. 2. Schedule slab moisture test for no more that 7 days after meeting.

****************************************** SPECIFIER: Producers sell basic materials to installers with a seller’s limited warranty – just as suppliers of block, studs and nails do. (When did you last get a warranty from a block or lumber company?) No producers of resin or aggregate warrant installed work, in fact none even publishes a warranty form. Problems tend to arise from moisture in slab or from unskilled application. The special warranty requirements below address the most common defects within the control of the installer. The Contractor is considered responsible for providing the flooring installer with the specified concrete and concrete finish that meets the specified and tested moisture content. The A/E is free to go against industry norms in composing its Special Warranty, but the text that follows tries to strike a reasonable level of practicality and protection for M-DCPS. The installer is still responsible for buying good material, starting work only when a proper slab surface is properly dry, and for applying with skill. ******************************************

1.5 SPECIAL WARRANTY

A. Provide written Special Warranty signed by installer and Contractor agreeing to repair or replace epoxy-quartz flooring work. 1. Scope of defects to be remedied: Significant loss of flooring aggregate; loss of

adhesion of flooring to concrete, or of base to concrete and block wall surfaces. 2. Exclusions: Loss of sheen at wear surfaces; cracks imparted by substrate cracking or movement; loss of adhesion demonstrably from substrate moisture. 3. Duration: For 5 years after date of Substantial Completion of the Work.



PART 2 PRODUCTS Follow 01600 ****************************************** SPECIFIER: Underlayment and primer can often be omitted if the quality of the concrete after shot blasting is not rough enough to affect appearance, and if good adhesion of basecoat without primer is demonstrated. It is suggested that these 2 coats be left in the specification until field conditions and resulting quality of the 4-coat mockup area can be verified by A/E. ******************************************

2.1 EPOXY-QUARTZ FLOORING [09673.eqfn]

A. Description. 4 coat assembly, containing 100% solids epoxy and silica/quartz aggregate. 1. Underlayment: Install an epoxy underlayment (usually silica-filled) where concrete

slab is so rough as to telegraph pits, ridges or other unevenness to finished surface of flooring, or if concrete texture is not optimal for adhesion of basecoat. a. Mockup on actual floor in the work: Underlayment may be omitted with approval

of A/E after 100 ft2 or more of floor area has been installed as a mockup in the selected color and texture. Mockup shall be in 4 coats.

b. Mockup assessment: When cured, the adhesion, smoothness and appearance of the resulting surface shall be assessed by the A/E and decision made as whether to continue with the underlayment or primer, or both, for the rest of the installation.

2. Primer: Epoxy primer as needed on recommendation of producer to enhance adhesion.

3. Basecoat: Quartz, white or colored, in epoxy matrix, placed with epoxy resin in 1 or more passes. a. Colors of aggregate and resin: As selected by the A/E from the basecoat Producer’s stock color selection. b. Aggregate size: Fine; only coarse enough to develop specified SCoF.

4. Sealer coat: Epoxy (for interior work) or UV-resistant resin (for exterior work). a. Color: Clear, or match basecoat, as needed to match approved sample.

5. Overall thickness of epoxy-quartz flooring assembly: As specified in PART 3. 6. Texture and Slip-Resistance of Base and Sealer Coats: Provide an orange peel

(preferred) or rougher texture as needed to develop a SCoF = 0.60 or greater. a. At ramps or any other surface sloping more than 1/2 in. in 1 ft , SCoF shall be 0.80 or greater.

B. Required qualities of epoxy-quartz flooring and base, tested as an assembly: 1. Compressive strength: 9,000 to 14,000 Ib/ft²; ASTM C579. 2. Flexural strength: 3,200 to 4,500 Ib/ft²; ASTM C580. 3. Tensile strength: 1,600 Ib/ft² minimum; ASTM C307. 4. Abrasion resistance: 0.15 g maximum weight loss; ASTM D4060, CS-17 wheel,

1000 g load, 1000 cycles. 5. Impact resistance: 16 ft-Ibs; MIL D-3134F. 6. Indentation: 0.03 in. maximum; MIL D-3134F. 7. Hardness: 75-85; ASTM D2240, Shore D. 8. CoE (thermal expansion) 0.19-0.21 x 10ֿ6; ASTM D696. 9. Water absorption: 0.15% maximum; ASTM C413.



10. SCoF (slip resistance) 0.60 minimum, static coefficient of friction, wet, leather; VIOS V41.22 or equal performance under one of the ASTM tests, as judged by A/E. At stair treads, landings and ramps, provide 0.80 SCoF minimum. 11. VOCs in epoxy resin:: Less than 1% by weight. 12. Flammability: Self-extinguishing; ASTM D570 or D635.

C. Product / Producer: 1. Selbachek 6631, by BASF. 2. Cheminert, by Dex-O-Tex. 3. Dur-A-Quartz, by Dur-A-Flex 4. MasterQuartz DES, by Polymerica. 5. Stonshield HRI, by StonHard, Inc. 6. Morritex, by Valspar. 7. Equal product in quality and performance as reviewed by A/E and approved.

2.2 EPOXY-QUARTZ BASE [09673.eqb]

A. Construction. 2 coat epoxy-quartz basecoat and epoxy sealer coat, containing 100% solids epoxy and silica / quartz aggregate. Construct to the same thickness as, and monolithic with, epoxy-quartz flooring.

****************************************** SPECIFIER: The 4 in. base can be increased to 6 in. at any space you specify. ******************************************

1. Height: 4 in. against walls 2. Cove feature: Provide a seamless cove transition from floor to base, formed to a

uniform radius of 1/4 to 3/8 in. 3. Top edge: Form to a uniform curved profile having a radius equal to the thickness of

the base

B. Qualities: Identical to epoxy-quartz floor in composition, texture and color.

C. Product / Producer: Same as for epoxy-quartz flooring.

2.3 ACCESSORIES

A. Fill Material, for depressions, cracks and holes in concrete substrate. Epoxy-compatible cement as recommended by epoxy-quartz flooring producer.

B. Joint Sealant Materials: Silicone that is compatible with all components of epoxy-quartz flooring assembly and close to it in color.



PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 MOISTURE TEST

A. Determine whether the concrete slab is adequately dry for flooring installation. Between 14 and 21 days before the date of starting work, perform moisture tests on each area in which epoxy-quartz flooring will be placed over concrete. 1. At slabs on grade. One test for each 1000 ft2 area. 2. At elevated slabs. .One test for each floor level.

B. Test for allowable moisture content using one of the following methods following ASTM F710, as recommended by the producer of the epoxy-quartz flooring: 1. Anhydrous calcium chloride test, as weighed by laboratory; ASTM F1869. 2. Electrical conductivity test in hole drilled in concrete; ASTM F2170, using a probe

such as the GE Protimeter.

C. Moisture vapor emission rate (MVER = lb emitted in 24 h from a 1000 ft2 area.): 1. Convert the results of the ASTM F1869 or F2170 test to a MVER measurement. 2. Before installing epoxy-quartz flooring in any area, the MVER figure (expressed in

pounds) shall be less than 3.5 lb.

3.2 EXAMINATION AND NOTIFICATION

A. Do not proceed with the work of this section until conditions detrimental to the proper and timely completion of the work have been corrected in an acceptable manner.

B. Concrete shall be smooth and level, with maximum surface variation no greater than 1/8 in. from a 10 ft straightedge placed in direction of flow. Direct the grinding of high spots and filling of low spots thus detected as specified in Preparation following.

C. At kitchen areas, notify M-DCPS Food and Nutrition Department at least 48 hours before starting surface preparation and installation of epoxy-quartz flooring so that foodstuffs and movable equipment can be removed.

3.3 PREPARATION

A. Perform moisture tests and examination as specified. Do not start epoxy-quartz flooring work until the MVER test figure specified above is 3.5 lb or less.

B. Remove fixed and movable equipment before installing flooring.

C. Grind down ridges and other irregularities. Fill depressions, cracks, and holes with specified fill material.



D. Cleaning and Bonding Preparation before Installation: Shot-blast concrete and filled surfaces to obtain optimal bond of flooring to concrete. 1. Use shot-blasting equipment that continuously confines and collects shot and debris

to produce dust-free cleaning and scarifying for maximum adhesion of flooring.. 2. Remove grease, oil, dirt, dust and other contaminants. 3. Remove sufficient material to provide a sound surface free of laitance, glaze,

efflorescence, and any bond-inhibiting curing compounds or form release agents. 4. Repair, using specified fill material, damaged and deteriorated concrete exposed by

shot blasting to bring to sound condition.

3.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS ****************************************** SPECIFIER: Modify the following to suit existing project conditions. ******************************************

A. Install epoxy-quartz flooring and initially cure for 48 hr at ambient temperatures between 50 to 85 °F under dry, ventilated (but not windy), dust-free conditions. Keep work area free of traffic and other trades during installation and for at least 48 hours after.

B. At new concrete, allow slabs to damp-cure for at least 28 days without the use of curing agents, plastic film or sealers. 1. If the epoxy-quartz flooring producer’s requirements are stricter than the 28-day

minimum figure stated above, increase curing time to meet producer’s time figure.

3.5 THICKNESS AND SLIP-RESISTANT TEXTURE OF EPOXY-QUARTZ FLOORING ********************* SPECIFIER: Edit the following to include any other areas that are to receive 1/4 in. thick flooring. *********************

A. Overall thickness of epoxy-quartz flooring assembly: 1/8 in. in all areas except kitchen [and ______________ ] floors and bases, which shall be 1/4 in. thick.

B. Texture and Slip-Resistant Texture of epoxy-quartz flooring assembly:: Provide an orange peel (preferred) or rougher texture as needed to develop a SCoF = 0.60 or greater. 1. At ramps or any other surface sloping more than 1/2 in. in 1 ft, SCoF shall be 0.80 or

greater.

3.6 INSTALLATION OF EPOXY-QUARTZ FLOORING

A. Apply epoxy-quartz flooring with integral cove base using an installer approved by the producer of the flooring materials.

B. Apply following Contract Documents, the flooring producer’s current published instructions, and approved shop drawings, except as more stringently specified herein.

C. Repair of concrete: Patch or repair cracks and level uneven areas in epoxy-quartz flooring using specified materials and following producer’s recommendations.



D. Clean, using cleaning materials and procedures recommended by flooring producer.

E. Reinstall fixed and movable equipment that was moved before flooring installation after new flooring is complete.

3.7 PROTECTION

A. Protect installed floor from damage and undue wear during overall construction operation. Use protective materials recommended by producer that will not harm the new flooring.