Specifications include, but are not limited to: The West Virginia Purchasing Division is soliciting bids on behalf of State Agencies and Political Subdivisions for an Open-End Statewide Contract for Interior/Exterior Latex Paint, Oil Base Paints & Stains, Polyurethane, Varnish and related Painting Tools and Supplies; This contract shall encompass all West Virginia State Agencies and Political Sub-Divisions. Mandatory Paint Requirements: 3.2.1 Volume Solids: for Contract Items bid by Vendor must be within two percent (2%) of volume solids listed on the Pricing Pages 3.2.2 Dry Film Thickness: Each product bid shall meet the required dry film thickness (DFT) per coat of two (2) mils. 3.2.3 Interior & Exterior Paint: Interior and exterior latex paint shall have a durable useful life of more than ten (10) years when applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 3.2.4 Storage Stability / Warranty: The shelf life of paint shall be at least one (1) year from date of purchase. Some “soft setting” will be allowed but the materials shall be easily re-dispersed with a hard paddle. 3.2.4.1 The State reserves the right, at any time within one year of acceptance, to check any paint delivered for conformance to the requirements of the Contract. 3.2.4.2 Any paint failing to comply with the specifications will be returned to the contractor for replacement at no cost to the State. 3.2.4.3 Any and all expenses associated with returns including reinspection and re-testing shall be the responsibility of the vendor.
