Flooring Bid Checklist

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16 potential scope gaps found — 3 must-have items missing

Must-HaveCommonOften Missed

Floor covering materialMust-Have

Specified flooring product (LVP, tile, carpet, hardwood, VCT)

Material supplyOften Missed

Whether flooring material is supplied by sub or owner-furnished

Subfloor preparationMust-Have

Leveling, patching, grinding, or skim coating subfloor

Moisture testingOften Missed

Concrete moisture testing (calcium chloride or RH probe)

Moisture mitigationOften Missed

Epoxy moisture barrier if testing fails

Adhesive and underlaymentCommon

Glue, mortar, or underlayment pad included

Transitions and thresholdsOften Missed

Transition strips between different flooring types or rooms

Base trim / cove baseCommon

Rubber cove base, wood base, or tile base installation

Pattern or layoutCommon

Specific pattern (herringbone, stagger, running bond)

Waste factorOften Missed

Percentage added for cuts and waste (typically 10-15%)

Removal of existing flooringOften Missed

Demo of existing floor covering (may be separate from demo bid)

Stair treads and risersCommon

Flooring on stairs (different pricing than flat floor)

Grout color and sealingCommon

Specified grout color and sealer for tile installations

Acclimation timeOften Missed

Material acclimation period (hardwood, LVP) before install

Protection after installOften Missed

Temporary floor protection (ram board) after installation

CleanupMust-Have

Post-installation cleanup of dust, adhesive, and scrap

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