RevisedBldg5and60DoorsPWS.pdf

Edward P. Boland VAMC, Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System

421 N Main Street

Leeds, MA 01053 July 5, 2026

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Performance Work Statement – Replace Building 5 and 60 Exterior doors

Location(s):Edward P. Boland Campus, 421 N Main st Leeds, MA 01053

1 Overview

1.1 General Intent

The Contractor shall provide professional services to include all labor, transportation, materials, apparatus, tools, equipment and permits necessary to perform the work in accordance with the contractual requirements contained herein. This service contract shall be turn-key commercial service replacement of four exterior doors.

All work must adhere to VHA, OSHA, EPA, and Mass DEP standards.

1.2 Contract Specific Requirements – Replace Building 5 and 60 Exterior doors

After award, but prior to the start of any field work, the contractor shall contact the contract point of contact (POC) (e.g. Contracting Officer’s Representative, COR) to review proposed methods and plans for the completion of the work.

Please note the bidding requirements related to this solicitation to ensure the following requirements are met, see Section 4. Failure to comply with bidding requirements may result in proposals being found to be not technically acceptable.

The following shall be performed:

1. Contractor shall replace east and west main entrance doors for building 60. To include:

a. Demolition/disposal of all existing hardware and attachments

b. New Aluminum frame, door, and glass maintaining similar aesthetic.

c. Replacement ADA opener and closer

d. PACS security system integration and testing shall be included installation using existing hardware.

2. Contractor shall replace north main entrance double doors for building 60. To include:

a. Demolition/disposal of all existing hardware and attachments

b. New Aluminum frame, door, and glass maintaining similar aesthetic.

c. New ADA opener and closer with new exterior and interior button activation

i. To include any required line or low voltage supply. Line source and pathways confirmed within less than 50feet.

d. PACS security system integration and testing shall be included installation using existing hardware and integration of new closer/opener.

3. Contractor shall replace building 5 automatic doors with commercial roll up door for cart access. To include:

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a. Demolition/disposal of all existing hardware and attachments

b. Replace of signage designating the new rollup as an exit. Occupants to be directed to an alternative by replacement signage.

c. Contractor shall include keyed (Best Access IC-2-7 pin style switch) to disable opener

d. Remote opening capabilities by up to 3 or more remotes. Selected product shall include provisions for clearing remotes and re-programing by VA staff in the event a remote is lost.

e. There shall also be physical buttons on the interior and exterior (located 10-20feet away) to initiate closure.

f. The preferred solution will have a manual override function to ensure the opening can always be closed and secured when the building is closed.

g. PACS security system integration and testing shall be included installation using existing hardware PACS hardware.

i. During specified hours card readers shall be programmed to require approved card read before enabling opening. Hours to be specified post award.

1.2.1 Performance Constraints

1. Note Wel-Design Alarm Systems is the only approved contractor with logical access for PACS integration and testing as necessary.

2. All hardware and installation, including operators shall comply with ABAAS and ADA requirements, especially including any handles or operators and their location.

3. Any “crash bar” or other hardware with dogging feature shall be Best Access IC-2 7 pin engaged rather than standard allen key

4. Openers:

a. Exterior enabled by external PACS. Programming shall leave enable without access control during specified hours for public use

b. Interior enabled by external by existing motion sensors

c. Shall have a switch to disable or hold open

5. Building 60 glass and aluminum (or stainless steel) product selection will comply with VA technical guidance published 08 41 13 and 08 80 00. These documents contain thickness, impact testing and other guidance to ensure sustainable and durable products.

6. Contractor shall work with the VA on ILSM assessment for the closure of any egress. No more than 1 egress shall be impeded at any time for a given building.

7. Repair/Replacement shall be completed in the following order:

a. Building 5

b. Building 60 east

c. Building 60 north

d. Building 60 west

8. VA shall supply all required IC cores

9. Contractor shall include any necessary latching or strike plate hardware etc. Preferred solution shall align with:

a. These are building egresses and shall comply with NFPA requirements (shall not contain deadbolts)

b. Building 60 hardware shall be publicly accessible during operating hours but securable off-hours to restrict access.

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10. Product selection should be for a 20+ year life

1.3 General Scope Items

The following is a list of general scope considerations:

1. All field work shall be scheduled at least 3 business days in advance with POC/COR.

2. The site shall be left clean of all debris and hazardous materials daily.

3. Coordinate with VA CWM HCS GEMS coordinator for the signing of the waste manifests or management regulation.

4. Submit product data and work plan for all materials to the POC/COR prior to utilization .

1.4 Site Access and Management Requirements

The contractor shall be solely responsible for the management, including all associated labor, equipment, materials, shipping, and inspection, to meet the requirements of the project.

The contractor must have the following additional requirements before working on site:

1. Contractor badge, if issued, must be obtained and visibly worn by contractor or representative at all times while on campus.

These requirements are applicable to all contractor employees and subcontractors working in and around campus building unless stated otherwise by POC/COR. The contractor is ultimately responsible for the behavior of employees and subcontractors.

Any waste generated shall be properly disposed of and documented by the contractor.

Questions or concerns shall be addressed with the POC/COR.

2 Submittals The contractor shall provide the following submittals as soon as they are available or by the required date(s) communicated by the POC/COR:

• Products to be used.

o Demonstrate compliance with VA technical requirements (e.g thickness, impact resistance, safety glass type, ASTMs such as B209, B221, E283, E330, E331, E1886, E1996 o Product selection should be for a 20+ year lif

• Any manuals or sustainment requirements

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3 Proposed Schedule All on-site work (including cleanup) shall take place during the following times, unless otherwise approved by the POC/COR:

07:30-15:15h Monday through Friday. Noisy work 70Db and above inside the building – Off Hours

Off-hour work for activities impacting normal operations or scheduling conflicts are generally 17:00- 06:00 Monday- Friday and anytime Saturday and Sunday

Holidays excepted unless other times are arranged in advance and approved in writing by the

POC/COR.

4 Bidding Requirements Contract line items shall be bid as follows:

1. Building 5 Replacement

2. Building 60 East Replacement

3. Building 60 North Replacement

4. Building 60 West Replacement

The bidder shall include a detail plan to meet solicitation requirements including but not limited to:

1. Proposed products

2. Anticipated installation time per line item

4.1 Parking

Parking is rigidly controlled throughout the Medical Center. Contractor parking is only allowed in designated areas (subject to change). Parking in designated patient parking areas is strictly prohibited.

Parking on grass is also prohibited. Parking for equipment necessary to perform the work will be authorized in advance of starting the project. Parking passes will be issued by the POC/COR when necessary.

4.2 Storage of Equipment and Materials

The contractor shall arrange with the POC/COR for allocation of required workspace and for the storage of equipment and material to be used for this project. Storage space is very limited. There are no exclusive areas within the campus that can be given to the contractor for their storage needs. Additionally, a contractor trailer is NOT permitted for this project. The Contractor should schedule delivery of materials to limit the amount of storage space and time. The warehouse CANNOT accept, or store, deliveries associated with a contract and not purchased directly by the VA (i.e. no drop-shipping contract supplies).

4.3 Debris Removal

The Contractor/Installer shall be required to remove waste materials and debris daily (unless otherwise authorized by POC/COR) from the campus. All waste material and debris shall be removed off the site by the contractor and shall be disposed of in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations.

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4.4 Site Utilities

In the event a shutdown, restriction, or interruption of any utility services is required, a written request must be submitted (at least 14 calendar days in advance) and approved by the VA POC/COR. All utility shutdowns must be reviewed and approved by the VA.

5 Material and Workmanship Quality All materials and workmanship shall comply with all codes, standards, and requirements of all Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). All work shall be done in accordance with contract terms and conditions and in a professional manner according to the best trade practices and to the satisfaction of the POC/COR. This includes work performed by subcontractors.

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Appendix A-Pictures

A.1 Building 5

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A.2 Building 60 East

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A.3 Building 60 North

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A.4 Building 60 West

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