Even though LEED Online only asks for 20% of the cut sheets to be uploaded, all material cut sheets should be saved as backup data may be requested of the project during the USGBC’s credit reviews.
Breaking out specific materials costs (excluding labor) for construction materials is a requirement for LEED MR credits. Some subcontractors prefer not to do this because there are always hidden markups in the materials that subcontractors purchase at wholesale. However, contractors can include this markup when breaking out a product’s material cost from installation and labor costs.
Streamline documentation and research by taking data gathered from subs via the Environmental Material Reporting Form and transfer it to a master spreadsheet for all the items being tracked across MR and IEQ credits. For example, you may need to ask the furniture rep for regional information for MRc5,
Do any necessary additional research on the availability of reused and salvaged furniture before construction begins to ensure that the project earns this credit. If product decisions are made after construction begins, there may be less time to carefully review data sheets and much greater risk of using a noncompliant product.
It is easiest to track your furniture purchases as they are ordered. Every time you order furniture systems or seats, record all the necessary information on a tracking sheet (including manufacturer, product line, earliest date of manufacture, latest date of manufacture, and test date or certification period for all furniture systems and seating. This way, you won’t need to spend a lot of time going through order forms immediately before LEED certification.
It is easiest to track your furniture purchases as they are ordered. Every time you order furniture for classrooms, record all the necessary information on a tracking sheet (including manufacturer, product line, earliest date of manufacture, latest date of manufacture, and test date or certification period for all furniture to be located in classrooms. This way, you won’t need to spend a lot of time going through order forms immediately before LEED certification.