# STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

**DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION**

**ONE CAPITOL HILL**

**PROVIDENCE, RI 02908**

**[SPECIFICATION NO. 4315 CARPET, RUG AND CARPET CUSHION]{.underline}**

**Date: 6/8/99 Supersedes: 9/25/98**

**[AUTHORITY:]{.underline}** This specification covers the procurement
of carpet as described herein until revised or rescinded by the

Standards Committee

**[1. CLASSIFICATION AND SCOPE:]{.underline}** This specification
establishes requirements for tufted nylon carpet and carpet cushion.

References used in this specification are intended to denote general
styles, coloration's surface effects, patterns, construction

techniques and quality of materials not individually specified for each
item.

**[2. APPLICABLE SPECIFICATION:]{.underline}** The following
specification form an integral part of this standard. They shall be of
the

latest issue and accompany the bid proposal where required.

**DOC-FF-1-70 Standard for the Surface Flammability of Carpets and
Rugs.**

**Copies of DOC Standards may be obtained from the Federal
Specifications and Standards, Federal Trade Commission,**

**Pennsylvania at 6^th^. Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20580.**

**AATCC-134 Electrostatic Propensity of Carpets**

Copies of AATCC Standards may be obtained from the American Association
of Textile chemists and Colorists, 1 Davis

Drive, P.O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 22709.

**ASTM-E-84 Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of
Building Materials.**

**ASTM-E-648 Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor
covering Systems using a Radiant Heat**

**Energy Source.**

Copies of ASTM Standards may be obtained from the American Society for
Testing and Materials, 1916 Race Street,

Philadelphia, PA 19103.

**NFPA-101 Life Safety Code; latest issue to include State of Rhode
Island Fire Safety Code Commission.**

**NFPA-253 Standard Method of Test for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor
Covering Systems using a Radiant Heat Energy**

**Source, Class I.**

**NFPA-255 Standard Method of Test of Surface Burning Characteristics of
Building Materials.**

Copies of NFPA Standards may be obtained from the National Fire
Protection Association, Batterymarch Park,

Quincy, MA 02269

**SS-W-40 Wall Base: Rubber and Vinyl Plastic**

**Copies of Federal Specifications may be obtained from the
Superintendent of documents, U.S. Government Printing**

**Office, Washington, DC 20402.**

Wall base, rubber and vinyl plastic for use with carpet, rug and carpet
cushion outlined in this specification shall meet the

Requirements of Federal Specification SS-W-40, of latest issue.

Carpet, Rug and Carpet Cushion and Wall Base Rubber and Vinyl Plastic
outlined in this specification shall meet all

Requirements of the State of RI, Fire Safety Code Commission.

State Regulations may be obtained from the above mentioned department at
1270 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI

Carpet Maintenance Guide -- with each installation a complete carpet
maintenance guide and/or instruction manual to include

Proper care shall be supplied.

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**Date: 6/8/99**

**[3. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:]{.underline}**

**3.1** Carpet, Rug and Carpet Cushion: Furnished under this
specification shall be the manufacturers current standard

product. The manufacturer shall be obligated to provide a product that
is free of all defects and/or imperfections

that affect appearance, service and normal life. It is the
responsibility of the manufacturer to insure that the overall

quality of all deliveries of product exhibit the same style, design,
brand identity, materials, integrity and construction

characteristics as originally reviewed prior to contract award.

**3.2 Material:** Pile yarn shall be 100% CFN Nylon Carpet Type Yarn.
The nylon shall exhibit soil hiding (anti-

microbial when specified in bid request. And static control
characteristics of advanced generation nylons, (ie Antron,

Anso, Camalon SD, Zeftron or other approved equals), for the useful life
of the carpet.

**3.3 Backing:** This is the material that forms the back of the carpet,
regardless of the type of construction.

**3.4 Primary Backing:** Shall consist of Polypropylene weighing not
less than 3.0 oz./sq. yard.

**3.4.1 Secondary Backing:** Shall consist of woven or non-woven
synthetics laminated to the primary back weighing not less

than 3.5 oz./sq. yard with a minimum resistance to delamination of 2.5
PSI when tested in accordance with ASTM-D-3936.

Types of optional secondary backings are as follows.

**Type I -- Action Back or equal**

**Type II -- Unitary Backing (Tufloc or equal)**

**Type III -- Enhancer II Plus or equal**

**3.5 Binding:** Carpet edge shall have a cloth strip, tape or equal
affixed in accordance with standard industry practice.

Strip, tape or equal color shall be of an acceptable commercial match
with a color variation that is barely

detectable to the naked eye.

**[4.0 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:]{.underline}**

**4.1** The finished carpet, rug and carpet cushion shall conform to the
physical requirements specified in Table I. Carpet

shall be tufted level loop or tufted textured loop pile as specified in
bid proposal.

**[TABLE I]{.underline}**

**[FACE YARN:]{.underline}** Antron, Anso, Camalon, Ultron, Zeftron or
other approved equals with Anti-Static, Anti-Microbial and/or

Built in soil hiding features.

**Type 100% CFN Tufted**

**[PILE TUFTED LEVEL LOOP TUFTED TEXTURED LOOP]{.underline}**

**Face Weight**: **Ounces per square yard, Minimum 26/28 26/28**

**Tuft Bind Minimum Lb. Average**

**Tackless Type I 12,12 12/12**

**Direct Glue, Type II & III 20,20 20,20**

**Tackless Type II & III 10,10 10,10**

**Carpet Cushion Requirements (if applicable)**

**#1- Carpet Cushion (Synthetic)**

Carpet cushion consisting of hair, jute and synthetic fiber shall be
first quality, selected, cleaned, washed and permanently mothproofed.

Carpet cushion shall meet the requirements of the State Fire Code
Commission, National Fire Protection Association 101 Life Safety code.

Secton 6-5.2 Interior finish classification, Section 6-5.2.1 Class A
Interior Finish, Flame Spread 0-25. Smoke Development 0-450 (NFPA)

255 or ASTM E-84 latest issue.

Minimum Weight (Ounces) per square yard -- 40

Minimum thickness -- 3/8"

**#2 Omalon 350 -- Urethane Foam**

Color: Yellow -- Density: 2.3 -- Must meet all Fire Codes as noted
above.

Minimum Weight (Ounces) per squard yard -- 40 Minimum thickness -- 3/8"

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**Date: 6/8/99**

**[DESIGNATED TRAFFIC AREA CLASSIFICATION]{.underline}**

**[Medium Traffic CLASS I, 26 OUNCE]{.underline}**

**Administrative Offices**

**Executive Areas**

**Residential Areas**

**Church Offices**

**[Heavy Traffic CLASS II, 28 OUNCE]{.underline}**

**Cafeterias**

**Clerical Offices**

**Conference Areas**

**Corridors**

**Dormitory Rooms**

**Hospital Nurse Stations**

**Hospital Rooms**

**Lobbies**

**Reception Areas**

**School Classrooms**

**Stairs**

**4.2 Flammability:** Carpet and Rugs specified in this standard shall
meet the requirements of Federal Standard DOC-FF-1-70 (Pill Test,

Methenamine Tablet), Floor Radiant Panel Test ASTM-E-648 OR NFPA-253
with a minimum of 0.45 watts/CM, Class I, Interior

Floor Finish (glue down). Under no circumstances does the State of Rhode
Island promote the use of carpets or rugs for wall or ceiling use.

**4.3 Tuft Bind:** Carpet shall be required to meet the minimum average
tuft bind as specified in Table I and ASTM-D-1335. The minimum

average for direct glue down shall be 20 lbs. and 10 lb. Minimum average
for the tackless method. (Types II and III). Type I minimum

average 12 lbs. for tackless installation.

**4.4 Construction:** The number of stitches per inch in a carpet shall
be equal to or greater than is gauge i.e. a carpet with a 1/8" gauge-26
oz.

shall have a least 8 stitches or more 1/10" gauge shall have at least 10
stitches or more per inch. The manufacturer's tolerance of +/-5%

will be accepted.

**4.5 Carpet specified in this standard shall meet the requirements
established in AATCC Test Method #134.**

"Maximum allowable static build up shall be 3.5 Kilovolts at 70 degrees
F and 20% relative humidity for

the useful life of the carpet." The static protection shall be of the
permanent type obtained through the use

of low static generating materials. Non-permanent type spray or
materials are prohibited.

**[5.0 INSTALLATION:]{.underline}**

**5.1 Installation:** shall be performed by skilled workman under
capable supervision. Installation shall meet the written recommendations

of the carpet manufacturer and the requirement of this specification.
Prior to installation all minor floor irregularities shall be repaired

and the floor shall be thoroughly cleaned of all dirt, dust, wax, grit
and debris. It shall be the responsibility of the vendor to verify

yardage, sizing, and all other applicable qualifications affecting the
installation of carpet. The manufacturer's product list shall be

referenced in order to provide a compatible adhesive for both carpet
backing and sub-floor.

All adhesives and sealers shall be environmentally safe, free from
odors, irritants and shall not create a health hazard to employees

or other individuals in the immediate area of installation. It is
important to adhere to the manufacturers recommendations pertaining

to temperature and humidity.

**5.1.1 Prevailing Wage:** Bidders are advised that all provisions of
Title 37, Chapter 13, of the General Laws of the State of Rhode Island

apply to the work covered by this request, and that payment of the
General Prevailing Rate of Per Diem wages and the general

prevailing rate for regular overtime and other working conditions
existing in the locality for each craft, mechanic, teamster, or

type of workman needed to execute this work is a requirement for both
contractors and subcontractors.

**[\* ALL BIDDERS:]{.underline}** Shall be required to submit (MSDS)
Material Safety Data Sheets pertaining to the adhesives and sealers with
the Bid Proposal.

MSDS Sheet shall be forwarded after the bid is awarded to the State
Agency involved and they shall be required to retain copies on file.
Failure

To submit MSDS Sheets may result in disqualification of the bid.

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**5.2 Direct Glue Down:** this is the recommended method for laying
carpet in large areas where heavy wheeled traffic is anticipated.

**5.2.1 Tackless:** Carpet installed properly by the tackless method
will offer effective resiliency, resistance to wear, crushing of pile,

acoustical insulation and easy removal for replacement. The use of good
commercial tack strips is recommended for tacking installations.

**5.3 Seams:** All seams shall be made as recommended by the
manufacturer and as specified in the requirements of this Standard. When
possible

the number of pieces of carpet shall be held to a minimum necessary to
complete the work as specified. Where possible, the widest piece

available from the manufacturer shall be used. Seams shall not be
allowed where it is possible to cover an area with one piece of
material.

Where the carpet meets a hard surface floor covering, a metal rubber or
vinyl molding is used to reduce hazards of tripping, to conceal the

Carpet edge from water and wax.

**5.3.1 Latex and Tape Seams:** Good quality tape and latex as
recommended by the carpet manufacturer shall be used. All seam edges

shall be trimmed and sealed properly following the directions of the
latex manufacturer.

**5.3.2 Heat Sealing:** When using an iron a heat shield is recommended.
Carpet edges shall be sealed prior to starting. Regardless of seaming

method used, all edges along seam must be sealed to prevent face yarn
unraveling. Where carpet is laid wall to wall all necessary cuts

shall be done on the job. All cuts under doors shall be made in a way
that cut edges lay at mid-point of thickness of doors when they

are in a closed position. Upon successful completion of the installation
all dirt, dust, and debris shall be removed from the building

and premises. Carpeting shall receive a final cleaning in order to
remove all soil, spots and stains including a sweep with a vacuum

cleaner. The contractor shall remove all scraps from the work site.

**The contractor is obligated to contact the State, prior to the
removal, in order to afford the agency the opportunity to retain any
and/or all**

**pieces require for future repairs. The State Agencies shall be
responsible for clearing designated work areas of all furniture,**
**[unless otherwise]{.underline}**

**[Specified in the Bid Proposal.]{.underline}**

**[6.0 INSPECTION:]{.underline}** Carpet, rug, and carpet cushion is
subject to inspection. The State reserves the right to sample any and
all deliveries to its agencies. The

State reserves the right to cut sample(s) from shipments for testing for
compliance of Specification and comparison to bid sample(s). Sample
maybe

subject to independent laboratory testing. Cost of all testing shall be
borne by the bidder. Rejection of the sample(s) may be grounds for
rejection

of entire quantity.

**6.1 Samples:** Bidders shall submit, where required, up to date carpet
sample books containing product they propose to furnish. Carpet sample
books

(Architectural Folder), shall contain necessary information as specified
in bid proposal. Carpet sample books when requested, should accompany

bid proposal prior to opening date, marked to the attention of the Buyer
of this commodity.

**[7.0 COMPLIANCE:]{.underline}** If a bidder takes exception to any
conditions or requirements listed in this specification, the
execution(s) shall be so noted in writing

in detail. If no exception(s) or deviation(s) are listed as required,
then products shall be supplied exactly as described herein.

**\* All bidders shall be required to submit a [CERTIFICATION OF
COMPLIANCE]{.underline} from the** **Manufacturer with their bid
proposal unless**

**it has been previously submitted and is on file at the Division of
Purchases.**

**[8. WARRANTY:]{.underline}** The contractor shall warrant that all
carpet supplied under this Standard Specification be new, of good
material and workmanship

and shall agree to replace promptly any and all part(s) which due to
defective material and/or workmanship fail under normal use, free from

negligence or accident, for a minimum period of twelve (12) months from
the date of installation.

The contractor shall warrant the carpet installation, both direct glue
down and tackless with cushion, completed according to the
manufacturer's

Instructions and installed by reputable competent professionals. The
contractor shall be held responsible for replacement, re-installation,
and any

Necessary adjustments to satisfy the State and/or State Agency. The
replacement, re-installation, and/or adjustment shall be completed at no

Additional cost to the State of Rhode Island or its' Agencies for a
period of twelve (12) months from date of installation and/or
acceptance. The

Carpet shall be warranted against failure to meet static protection
requirements, soil hiding properties and delamination of the secondary
backing.

The Wear Warranty shall be a minimum of ten (10) years.