What expires in January 2027
Shaw Contract has three declarations scheduled to expire in January 2027 (as of May 21, 2026):
- EcoWorx Platinum Carpet Tile with EcoSolution Q100 Face Fiber, valid until 2027‑01‑27 (UL program operator).
- StrataWorx Carpet Tile with EcoSolution Q100 Face Fiber, valid until 2027‑01‑27 (UL program operator).
- Multilayer SPC resilient flooring, valid until 2027‑01‑04 (UL program operator).
These are within MasterFormat 09 68 00 Carpeting and 09 65 00 Resilient Flooring. Shaw Contract currently lists roughly 74 active EPDs, so the portfolio remains broad, but these three SKUs matter for projects that call them out by name.
Are replacements already live for the same products
Not yet for the named backings above. We see several newer Shaw carpet tile EPDs that cover adjacent platforms, including EcoWorx M carpet tile with EcoSolution Q or Q100 face fiber that is valid to 2030‑11‑04, plus multiple IBU‑verified tiles for EU markets through late 2028. Those are not titled as direct successors to EcoWorx Platinum or the UL‑listed StrataWorx Q100 EPD, so specifers relying on those exact SKUs would face a gap if renewals do not post before January.
On the resilient side, there are current Shaw Contract SPC and WPC EPDs that run to 2028‑02‑01 for configurations with cork, IXPE, or EVA underlayment. That cushions risk for SPC in general, though it is not a one‑to‑one replacement for the “Multilayer SPC” declaration expiring 2027‑01‑04.
If there is a gap, where specs may pivot for carpet tile
Several competitors hold current carpet tile EPDs well past January 2027:
- Interface CQuest BioX modular carpet tile, multiple weights, valid to 2028‑06‑01 and selected lines to 2030‑09‑15 (UL operator).
- Mohawk Group EcoFlex ONE carpet tile, valid to 2030‑06‑06, and EcoFlex AIR lines through 2029‑08‑21 (UL operator).
- Tarkett ethos Modular carpet tile with Dynex or ECONYL face fiber, valid to 2029‑09‑17 (SCS Global Services operator).
These cover 09 68 00 Carpeting and would be common alternates when an active product‑specific EPD is required in bid language.
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If there is a gap, where specs may pivot for SPC or LVT
For resilient tile, several options are active beyond January 2027:
- AHF Products Contract Rigid Core SPC Luxury Vinyl Flooring, valid to 2028‑05‑09 (SCS Global Services operator).
- Tarkett iD Latitude LVT collections, valid to 2028‑09‑27 (ASTM International or UL listed program entries depending on line).
- Mannington Commercial Proxy Modular Tile, valid to 2028‑06‑12 (EPD International AB operator).
These are within 09 65 00 Resilient Flooring and are frequently accepted where an up‑to‑date EPD is a hard requirement.
What this means for bids, submittals, and LEED v5
If any of the three Shaw EPDs lapse, those exact SKUs may no longer qualify for EPD‑required specs or owner standards until a renewed declaration posts. Teams can still maintain Shaw coverage by switching to carpet tiles under current EcoWorx or EcoWorx M EPDs or by using SPC lines with 2028 validity windows. Where owners target LEED v5 materials credits, keeping product‑specific EPDs current avoids defaulting to conservative baselines that weaken the scorecard.
Renewal timing that keeps projects moving
January 2027 sounds far away until a renewal needs fresh utility, production, and waste data pulled across plants. The practical move is to confirm PCR fit, choose your program operator, and kick off data requests now so a verified update can publish ahead of cutover. That keeps distributor playbooks steady and prevents last‑minute substitutions that frustrate project teams.
Where to track updates
Monitor Shaw Contract’s product pages for newly posted declarations and check the program operator listings for status changes. When a new EPD lands, circulate it to reps and GCs with an updated submittal package so the swap is painless. You can also start from Shaw Contract’s site for portfolio context (https://www.shawcontract.com).
The short list to act on
- Lock renewal scope for EcoWorx Platinum carpet tile, StrataWorx Q100 carpet tile, and Multilayer SPC now.
- Line up interim alternates inside the brand using current EcoWorx or SPC EPDs so bids do not stall.
- Keep two competitor fallbacks in your spec template for each category in case an owner mandates only active product‑specific EPDs.
Timely renewals protect margin, reduce change orders, and keep sales focused on value rather than paperwork. That is the boring but very real edge in competitive construction markets.
