UFC 4-721-10
31 July 2002
not allowed, except in public core areas. Exterior surfaces requiring painting
should receive a minimum of one prime coat and two finish coats. Wood trim
frames, etc., should be back primed. Exterior semi-transparent sealing stains
should have two coats minimum. Select neutral colors for the more permanent
surfaces (e.g., ceramic tiles, laminates, etc.) to facilitate future finish material
changes.
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composition 2; Class 2 (through pattern) VCT; or Sheet vinyl Type 1, Grade 1 or
Type II, Grade 2 minimum with Class A (fibrous) backing. Avoid "no wax"
surfaces, and white as a predominant color.
10-36.4
Carpet. Carpet tiles are acceptable for common areas and for
administration areas (spaces) only. Performance standards for carpet in
Bachelor Housing will be according to UFGS 09680N, Carpet, and additionally as
follows:
Commercial Grade;
Loop Pile construction;
Attached Water-resistant backing;
Impervious to harsh chemicals;
Low absorption rate;
Low static buildup;
Permanent fade/10 year colorfast warranty.
10-36.5
EPA Designated Products. Certain types of products are listed by
the Environmental Protection Agency as a Designated Product because they
contain, or are manufactured using environmentally desirable products. Federal
agencies are required to give first preference to EPA Designated Products. DOD
policy requires all purchases of EPA designated products to comply with
affirmative procurement requirements. SECNAV policy makes affirmative
procurement mandatory for all Navy purchases of EPA designated products.
Design specifications are required by the FAR to specify the use of EPA
designated products containing the maximum practicable amount of recovered
materials.
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Carpet has been listed as an
EPA designated product.
Procurement agencies are required to give preference to purchase
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