36C24219B0051-002.pdf

MOBILE MRI ENCLOSURE REMOVAL AND RESTORATION

SCOPE OF WORK

PROJECT NUMBER: SL-19-003

1.0 Objective

The objective of Project SL-19-003 is to perform all requirements to remove the existing temporary enclosure and entryway connecting a previously removed temporary mobile MRI unit to the facility building at VA Harbor Healthcare System – New York Campus.

2.0 Scope of Work

2.1 General

A. The contractor shall be responsible for all labor, materials, equipment, disposal, and supervision required to perform the work as indicated the scope of work, specifications and drawings. All work shall be performed at the Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center New York Campus located on 423 East 23rd Street, New York NY 10010.

B. The contractor shall restore to original site conditions the area of work in and adjacent to the

Emergency Department ambulance driveway. All utilities and structures previously servicing the temporary MRI unit, enclosure and entryway shall be disconnected and removed back to origin.

Coordination of work shall proceed with minimal disruption to the Emergency Department and ambulance driveway.

C. The majority of the work is to be performed during normal business hours, however off hour work may be required in order to minimize impact to services provided by the facility and will be at the COR’s discretion and approval. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., local time, excluding federal holidays. All deliveries or large movement of equipment, vehicles, barriers, that will impact vehicular access to the facility will be required to be performed outside normal business hours as determined by the COR.

D. The contractor is responsible for all field measurements; the Government will not be held responsible for bidding errors made or the failure to adequately inspect the job site for existing conditions, dimensions and grades or existing utilities. The contractor is responsible for verifying all utilities.

E. The VAMC Project COR shall govern all work done during project duration. Prior to any work commencing in an area the contractor shall notify the COR and shall pre-coordinate work with the COR. Disputes shall be promptly referred to the Contracting Officer, (CO). The contractor will immediately correct any work in which the Project COR deems unacceptable or not in accordance with plans and/or specifications.

2.2 Demolition and Construction

A. Removal of the existing overhang roof and walls of the enclosure including wood frames and block walls. The existing Building 6 facade shall be completely exposed and restored.

Reconstruction of the exterior wall of the Building 6 shall be finished in a manner consistent with the remainder of the facade. The wall and façade shall be left structurally sound and completely weatherproof. No weather elements shall penetrate the enclosure including rain, wind, and snow.

B. Removal of walls of ED ambulance entryway connecting to the enclosure.

C. Patch, fill, and paint all ceilings, floors and walls affected by demolition. Provide new blocks, tiles, weatherproofing material, to close all penetrations in a work-man like manner.

D. Remove all VCT and expose concrete below. Clean and prep concrete to be exposed to outside elements. Remove all glue for a clean finish.

2.3 Electrical

A. Disconnect and remove all existing circuits to lighting, receptacles, HVAC, doors, alarms, sensors, electrical panels, pull boxes, speakers serving the temporary MRI enclosure including all associated conduit, wire, back to point of origin unless otherwise noted.

Temporary MRI panel in enclosure connected to panel NLBA1 in Electrical Closet G616 on Ground Floor. Contractor shall verify all connections prior to demolition. Update and provide new typed panel directories where circuits/breakers have been removed and or modified.

B. Disconnect and remove all existing fire alarm devices including tamper and flow switches. Remove all associated conduit, wire, back to point of origin.

2.4 Mechanical/Plumbing/Fire Suppression

A. Remove all piping supplying utility to entryway, enclosure, and previous mobile

MRI unit.

2.5 Site Work

A. Regrade and lay concrete/asphalt to provide a smooth transition from existing concrete pad previously used for entryway, enclosure, and temporary MRI unit. Existing concrete to remain to the greatest extent possible.

B.

Provide new curb/sidewalk from original Emergency Department Ambulance entrance and connect to existing curb/sidewalk. Refer to Attachment #1 (Drawing 1- L1B, 1L12B, and 1-L14B) for original building site conditions. Original documents available for review in Engineering Office.

C. All sitework shall be laid at the proper pitch to provide adequate drainage.

2.6 Special Considerations and Miscellaneous Requirements

A.Provide and install new anti-ram wrought iron fence and emergency ss pedestrian door with privacy screens on Daycare coping stones/planter to match existing adjacent fence. Excavate coping stones as required to embedded fence. Fence shall have a minimum height of 15FT from the ground to the top of fence and be made of metal and of heavy industrial-grade construction with bar spacing at a maximum of 5 inches on center. Chain link fences and gates shall not be used. Pedestrian gate shall swing in the outward direction, have self-closing gate hinges, and shall be fully accessible to personals with disabilities in width and operation. Provide panic exit bar hardware for door. Installation of fence and door shall occur immediately after demolition of wall so that Daycare playground is always secured. Provide temporary security as required to prevent any unauthorized access. Paint fence including adjacent section for a uniform finish. Color to be determined by facility. Refer to Attachment #2 for VA pedestrian gate detail.

B. Contractor shall relocate existing alarm on daycare egress door to new door.

Replace alarm if required.

C. Emergency room driveway ramp will remain active throughout the duration of the project to the greatest extent possible. Contractor shall relocate their equipment, materials, immediately in the event an ambulance will need access to the Emergency room entrance.

D. Contractor shall provide all signage as required to redirect ambulances to front entrance when Emergency Room entrance not accessible due to construction activity.

2.7 Submittals

The contractor shall provide submittals for all items outlined in the specification. The contractor shall not proceed with any on-site work until the completion of the submittal process or approval to proceed from the CO and COR without completion of the submittal process. Not less than 14 calendar days shall be planned for COR review of each submittal.

Re-submittals shall be provided as required by the COR, and shall be treated as a new, separate submittal.

2.8 Training

Contractor will provide user training on operation of all equipment installed to restore original building condition.

2.9 Points of Contract

At the time of award, contractor will provide the names and phone numbers of key personnel who will be the points of contact for Engineering for all issues.

3.0 Period of Performance

The period of performance for this contract is Ninety (90) Calendar Days from NTP.