Bidder Q&A — 1/18 answered from drawings
10 questions a flooring bidder always asks, answered automatically by reading the critical reference sheets. Green ✓ = found on the sheets (with sheet citation). Orange ⚠ = not on the scanned pages — use that as your follow-up list with the GC/architect.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: low
What floor finish material is specified for each room or zone? (e.g. tile in restrooms, LVT in sales floor, sealed concrete in storage). List the material per zone.
The finish plan drawings show hatch patterns indicating different flooring zones, but the specific material legends/keynotes are too small to read clearly at this resolution. From what is partially legible: the restroom and shower areas on A7-000 and A7-001 appear to use tile (shown with grid hatch patterns in wet areas/showers and dot/stone patterns in restroom floors). The drying room areas also appear to show a distinct hatch. The all-gender restroom/locker areas on A7-002 show similar tile hatch patterns. The pool restroom on A7-003 shows tile hatch. However, specific material designations (e.g., tile type codes, LVT callouts) referenced in the finish plans cannot be confirmed as legible — the room tags reference finish plan sheets (REF: 1/A1-400, REF: 1/A1-100, etc.) which are not included in these images. Ask the GC/architect to provide the finish plan sheets (A1-100, A1-200, A1-400 series) and the finish schedule/legend for confirmed material specifications per zone.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
Is there a finish schedule or interior finishes table on any of these sheets? If yes, which sheet and where?
No finish schedule or interior finishes table is visible on any of the four sheets (A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, A7-003). These sheets contain only enlarged floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, and wall elevations for the restroom/locker areas. Ask the GC or architect to provide the finish schedule sheet (likely an A- or ID-series sheet) that lists floor, wall, and base finish types by room.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
What specific tile products are called out — type (porcelain/ceramic), size (e.g. 12x24, 6x12), pattern, manufacturer, model number, color codes (e.g. CT53, CT53A)? List every tile callout you see.
The floor plan hatching/patterning on sheets A7-000 through A7-003 indicates tile in wet areas (restrooms, showers, steam rooms), but no specific tile product information is legible at this scale — no manufacturer names, model numbers, color codes (such as CT53/CT53A), sizes (e.g. 12x24), material type (porcelain/ceramic), or pattern callouts are readable on any of these enlarged plan and elevation sheets. The finish material tags visible (e.g. 'SLB', 'P1', 'P2', 'T1A', 'T1B' type tags) are too small to read clearly. Ask the GC/architect to provide the Finish Schedule or Interior Finish Plan (likely on a separate finish schedule sheet or A6-series sheet) that defines all tile product specifications including type, size, manufacturer, model, and color codes.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: low
How high does the wall tile go in restrooms — full to ceiling, wainscot to a specific height (e.g. 4 ft, 7 ft), or only inside shower stalls? Quote the spec note if shown.
The drawings do not include a clearly legible spec note specifying tile height (e.g., 'tile to 7'-0"' or 'full height to ceiling') for the restroom walls on any of the four sheets. The elevation views on A7-000 through A7-003 show wall tile indicated by hatching/patterning in shower stalls and restroom areas, but the specific height dimension or a written spec note calling out the tile termination height is not legible at the resolution provided. Ask the GC/architect to confirm:
- wall tile height in restrooms (wainscot vs. full height),
- wall tile height in shower stalls, and
- whether a finish schedule or specification section governs tile height.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
What substrate is specified under tile floors and walls? Hardiebacker, generic cement board, Schluter KERDI/DITRA, or other? Include thickness if shown.
The plan sheets (A7-000 through A7-003) show finish plans and wall elevations for restrooms and shower areas but do not explicitly call out a specific tile substrate (no Hardiebacker, cement board, Schluter KERDI/DITRA, or thickness is legibly noted in these drawings). Substrate specification would typically appear in the wall/floor assembly details or in the project specifications. Ask the GC/architect to provide the tile substrate specification from the project spec sections (likely Division 09) or any detail sheets not included in this set.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
What transition strips, edge trim, or cove base profiles are specified? Schluter SCHIENE / JOLLY / DILEX, aluminum transition strip, tile base (e.g. CT53A 6x12)? List each with sheet location.
No transition strips, edge trim, or cove base profiles (such as Schluter SCHIENE/JOLLY/DILEX, aluminum transitions, or tile base callouts like CT53A 6x12) are explicitly labeled or called out on any of the four sheets visible (A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, A7-003). These sheets show enlarged restroom/shower/locker plans and interior elevations but do not include legible edge trim or transition profile specifications at the resolution available. Ask the GC/architect to confirm whether these details are specified on the finish schedule, tile setting details sheet, or in the project specifications (CSI Division 09).
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
Is the grout color, type (sanded/unsanded/epoxy), or thinset/mortar product specified? Quote any spec note.
No grout color, grout type (sanded/unsanded/epoxy), or thinset/mortar product specifications are visible on any of the four sheets (A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, A7-003). These sheets contain only enlarged floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, and interior elevations for the restroom and locker areas. Ask the GC/architect to provide the finish specification section or a finish schedule that identifies grout and mortar products.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
Is waterproofing membrane required under tile? KERDI, RedGard, hot-applied, mud bed, or none called out? Include the floor-to-wall height if waterproofing extends up the wall.
The drawings on sheets A7-000 through A7-003 do not explicitly call out a waterproofing membrane specification (such as KERDI, RedGard, hot-applied, or mud bed) in any visible note or detail. The elevation and plan views show tile finishes in shower, restroom, and wet areas, but no waterproofing callout, membrane type, or floor-to-wall height for waterproofing is legibly noted on these sheets. Ask the GC/architect to confirm the waterproofing membrane type, manufacturer, and required wall height (especially in shower and steam areas) via the project specifications (Division 07 or 09) or a dedicated waterproofing detail sheet.
✓ FOUND (from drawings)
confidence: low
For each restroom on these sheets, are the shower walls tiled (and to what height) or is it a fiberglass surround? If walk-in showers exist, are they ADA / roll-in?
Based on the elevation drawings visible across these sheets, shower walls in the Men's and Women's shower areas (A7-000, A7-001) appear to be tiled — tile material is indicated by the hatch/grid patterns shown on the shower wall elevations (views 6–9 on A7-000 and views 7–11 on A7-001). No fiberglass surrounds are indicated. Exact tile height dimensions are noted on the elevation callouts but are not legibly readable at this image resolution. On A7-000 (Men's Shower, elevation 8 West), a note references 'MAP SHOWN; SEE FLOORING/TILE PLAN FOR SPEC.' The shower plans on A7-000 and A7-001 show open walk-in shower configurations (no door symbols suggesting curbed enclosures), and plan views reference ADA/accessibility fixtures; however, explicit 'roll-in' or ADA compliance callout text is not clearly legible at this resolution. The Pool Restroom (A7-003) and All-Gender Restrooms (A7-002) do not appear to have shower facilities — only toilet/lavatory areas are shown. Ask the GC/architect for the Finish Plan sheets (A1-400 series) and tile specifications to confirm tile type, grout, and exact height, and to confirm which showers are ADA/roll-in compliant.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
Are there any allowance dollar amounts, owner-supplied items, alternates, or VE notes that affect the flooring scope? Quote the note and amount if present.
No allowance dollar amounts, owner-supplied items, alternates, or VE (value engineering) notes affecting the flooring scope are visible on any of the four sheets (A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, A7-003). These sheets contain only enlarged floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, and interior elevations for restroom/locker areas with finish and plumbing callouts. Ask the GC/architect to provide the project manual/specifications and any addenda that may contain flooring allowances, alternates, or VE items.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
What is the subfloor / slab construction? Concrete slab on grade, suspended concrete, wood-framed subfloor, existing tile to remain, or other? Include slab thickness, vapor barrier, and any specified self-leveling or primer if shown.
The plan and elevation sheets (A7-000 through A7-003) are finish/enlarged restroom plans and interior elevations focused on fixtures, tile patterns, and wall finishes. No slab/subfloor construction information is shown on any of these sheets — no slab type, thickness, vapor barrier, self-leveling underlayment, or primer is indicated. Ask the GC or structural engineer of record for the structural/civil drawings that specify subfloor/slab construction details.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
How many doors are shown on the door schedule, broken out by zone (e.g. customer restrooms, family, employee, pharmacy, tenant)? Each doorway typically gets a tile threshold transition. List door tags and quantities.
No door schedule is shown on any of the four sheets provided (A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, A7-003). These sheets contain enlarged restroom/locker room floor plans and interior elevations only. Individual door openings are visible in the plans but no door schedule with door tags, quantities, or zone breakdowns is present on these sheets. Ask the GC or architect for the door schedule sheet (likely a sheet in the 'A' series, such as A5.xx or similar) to obtain door tags and counts by zone for threshold transition pricing.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
Is there a demolition plan, existing-flooring removal scope, or asbestos / hazmat abatement called out? Quote any demo notes and identify which sheet shows them.
No demolition plan, existing-flooring removal scope, or asbestos/hazmat abatement notes are shown on any of the four sheets (A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, A7-003). These sheets contain only enlarged finish plans, reflected ceiling plans, and interior elevations for the men's, women's, all-gender restrooms/lockers, pool restroom, and membership office/restroom. Ask the GC or architect to provide the demolition drawings and any hazmat abatement specifications for this project.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
Is concrete slab moisture or relative humidity testing (ASTM F2170, ASTM F1869, or similar) required before flooring installation? Who is responsible (GC or flooring sub) and is a maximum RH or moisture limit specified?
No moisture/RH testing requirements (ASTM F2170, ASTM F1869, or similar), responsible party designations, or maximum RH/moisture emission limits are shown on sheets A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, or A7-003. These sheets contain only enlarged restroom/locker room floor plans and interior elevations. Ask the GC or architect to provide the project specifications (Division 09 flooring sections) and/or a general notes sheet that would address concrete slab moisture testing requirements, responsible party, and allowable limits.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
What items are owner-furnished / contractor-installed (OFCI) in the flooring scope? Tile material, transition strips, base, adhesives — anything the GC or owner supplies that the flooring sub only installs. Quote the spec note when present.
No OFCI designations for flooring items (tile material, transition strips, base, adhesives, or any other flooring components) are explicitly called out on sheets A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, or A7-003. These sheets show enlarged restroom/locker/shower plans and elevations with finish tags and room numbers, but contain no spec notes or legends identifying owner-furnished/contractor-installed materials within the flooring scope. Ask the GC or architect to provide the project specification divisions (e.g., Division 09) and any OFCI schedules or the finish schedule legend that would identify which flooring materials are owner-supplied.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
Are there any site-logistics constraints that affect flooring labor — working hours (after-hours / weekends), occupied-building restrictions, staging area, parking, elevator access, or phased turnover? Quote relevant general notes.
No site-logistics notes regarding working hours, occupied-building restrictions, staging areas, parking, elevator access, or phased turnover are shown on any of the four plan sheets provided (A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, A7-003). These sheets contain only enlarged restroom/locker room floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, and interior elevations. Ask the GC/architect to provide the Project Manual, Division 01 General Requirements specifications, and any site-logistics or construction-sequencing drawings for that information.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
What tile installation pattern is specified — running bond / brick / 1/3 offset, stack bond, herringbone, diagonal, or other? Pattern affects waste factor (herringbone needs 30%, diagonal needs 15%, running bond 10%). Include any layout notes (e.g. 'start centered on door').
The finish plan views on sheets A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, and A7-003 show tile hatch patterns in the floor plans, but no explicit installation pattern (e.g., running bond, herringbone, diagonal, stack bond) is called out in text or in a pattern legend on any of these sheets. The hatch patterns visible in the plans appear to suggest a standard grid/stack or running bond layout, but no written specification, layout note, or centering instruction (such as 'start centered on door') is legibly printed on these drawings. Ask the GC/architect to provide the finish schedule, tile specifications, or a separate interior finish/flooring plan that explicitly states the installation pattern and any layout origin notes for each space.
⚠ NOT FOUND — ASK GC (from drawings)
confidence: high
Are tile movement / expansion joints specified — typical spacing (every 20-25 ft for interior tile per TCNA EJ-171), joint width, sealant or Schluter DILEX profile, and locations (perimeter, doorways, large floor fields)? Quote the spec note.
No tile movement/expansion joint specifications are explicitly shown on sheets A7-000, A7-001, A7-002, or A7-003. There are no callout notes referencing TCNA EJ-171 spacing, joint widths, sealant types, Schluter DILEX profiles, or specific expansion joint locations (perimeter, doorways, field) visible in any of the four plan or elevation drawings. Ask the GC/architect to provide the tile specification section (typically CSI Division 09 30 00) and any applicable detail sheets that address movement/expansion joint requirements for all tiled areas.