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36C24222R0025 X 05-11-2022 632-22-1-183-0001 N/A 36C242 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 2 Saint Albans VA Medical Center 179-00 Linden Blvd, Room D-202 Jamaica

NY

10425 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 2 Saint Albans VA Medical Center 179-00 Linden Blvd, Room D-202 Jamaica

NY

10425

SACO-MIZHQUIRI, DELFO

718-526-1000 x-7503 This solicitation is for a single award Indefinite-Delivery (ID) Requirements Contract for installation of floor covering son as needed basis at Northport VA Medical Center, 79 Middleville Rd., Northport NY 11768. The Contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, transportation, related accessories, any preparatory work as required, and other items, and services necessary to perform removal, disposal, and installation of flooring as defined in the Statement of Work (SOW).

The contractor is responsible for coordinating and scheduling work to minimize to short duration and shall be expected to plan work in accordance with the Statement of Work. Work shall comply with Veterans Affairs specifications and regulations, all applicable Federal, State and Local codes, including specific regulations related to working at Northport VA Medical Center.

This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set aside procurement. All prospective offerors must be registered in SAM (www.sam.gov) under the North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) 238330, Unique Entity ID (www.Sam.gov) and are verified/visible/certified in VetBiz (www.vetbiz.gov) at the time of offer submission and before award of this procurement. Offerors must submit the annual Vets-4212 Report. The NAICS is 238330 and Business Size is $16.5 Million.

Magnitude of Construction is between $500,000 and $1,000,000 over the course of five years. The ID Requirements Contract is for a base-year plus four one-year options. Please note that each Task Order issued from the ID Requirements Contract will have its own period of performance. Site Visits will be scheduled at the Task Order level on as needed basis.

To preserve the integrity of the procurement process, all questions and request for information must be submitted in writing to Delfo Saco-mizhquiri, Contract Specialist, via email at Delfo.Saco-mizhquiri@va.gov. Questions must be received no later than May 27, 2022 by 4:00pm EST.

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A.3 STATEMENT OF WORK

FLOORING INDEFINITE-DELIVERY (ID) REQUIREMENTS CONTRACT

Northport VA Medical Center

BACKGROUND:

The Northport VA Medical Center is requesting an ID-Requirements Contract for supply and installation of floor coverings for the Medical Center on an as-needed basis to replace worn or hazardous floor coverings and to rejuvenate the appearance of the medical center.

SCOPE:

The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, transportation, and other items and services necessary to perform removal, disposal, and installation of Government/Contractor-Furnished flooring as defined in this Statement of Work (SOW).

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. The Northport VAMC requires the floor coverings to be consistent (i.e., needs to match existing flooring as much as possible) throughout the medical center; therefore, ALL flooring samples shall be provided by the Contractor to the COR for approval prior to installation. Floor products must meet the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines Program (for recycled content) or the U.S. Department of Agriculture Bio-Preferred Program (for biobased content).

2. The Government will ensure all facilities that require removal of existing flooring under a specific work order will be free of asbestos hazards.

3. Prior to the ordering of materials, or the scheduling of work, the Contractor shall obtain from the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) written notification and certification that the work area and all materials affected by his work, either through exposure or potentially disturbed during demolition or other work process, are free from asbestos and asbestos containing materials. This includes, but is not limited to, legacy flooring tile or coverings and adhesive which may have been used. The Contractor is not responsible for the discovery, testing, or abatement of asbestos or asbestos containing materials. If, through the course of work, the Contractor has a suspicion that asbestos or asbestos containing materials may be present, the Contractor is to immediately stop work and notify the COR of the suspicion. Work shall not continue until the area is properly investigated, tested, and cleared to continue work, which shall be the responsibility of VA.

PRODUCTS:

This contract will include installation of the following flooring types, related accessories, and any preparatory work as required. Unless otherwise noted, specific product requirements (size, pattern, color, performance, basis of design, etc.) will be provided in each task order SOW.

Carpet: Broadloom/Modular/Modular Walk-off/Bleach Resistant Modular

1. Materials and installation shall meet the applicable standards of UFGS 09 68 00 Carpeting and the Carpet and Rug Institute CRI 104 Carpet Installation Standard for Commercial Carpet. Ideally, pile direction shall be toward the entrance, but other factors, such as pattern, aesthetics, and economic use of material, may also be considered. The Contractor shall notify the COR if any of the above listed factors exist. The COR shall make the determination as to how the Contractor shall proceed with the installation.

2. Carpet or carpet tile shall be securely attached and shall have a firm cushion, pad, or backing or no cushion or pad. Carpet or carpet tile shall have a level loop, textured loop, level cut pile, or level cut/uncut pile texture. Pile height shall be ½ inch (13 mm) maximum. Exposed edges of carpet shall be fastened to floor surfaces and shall have trim on the entire length of the exposed edge. Carpets and permanently affixed mats can significantly increase the amount of force (roll resistance) needed to propel a wheelchair over a surface. The firmer the carpeting and backing, the lower the roll resistance. A pile thickness up to ½ inch (13 mm) (measured to the backing, cushion, or pad) is allowed, although a lower pile provides easier wheelchair maneuvering. If a backing, cushion or pad is used, it must be firm. Preferably, carpet pad should not be used because the soft padding increases roll resistance.

Carpet Pile Height

3. The Contractor shall install carpet tile and plank in accordance with manufacturer’s installation specifications. Whole tiles shall be used in doorways, aisles, and heavy traffic areas wherever possible. Installation method (monolithic, 1/4 turn, ashlar, brick, herringbone, etc.) will be identified per task order. Carpet products with both tiles and planks may have planks utilized when identified in the task order.

4. The Contractor shall remove all existing carpet/cushion/cove base as specified per task order and dispose of it properly off site. The Government will not provide dumpsters or access to government-controlled dumpsters to the Contractor.

5. The Contractor shall ensure concrete and tile floor surfaces are smooth and level to the eye to provide a proper surface for installation of new carpet. The Contractor shall fill all cracks, holes, and crevices with material compatible to the floor as directed by the manufacturer’s specifications.

6. Carpet shall be installed as per manufacturer’s specifications using direct glue-down or double-stick methods. Contractor shall be responsible for preparation of floor surfaces as necessary to receive carpet. All surfaces to be free of voids and protrusions. Installed carpet shall be smooth, uniform and secure. Patterned goods shall be accurately matched. Contractor to remove and dispose of all existing floor coverings prior to installation of new floor coverings.

7. Contractor Qualifications:

1. The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs adopted INSTALL certification standards into its Section 09 68 00 Carpeting, Section 09 65 19 Resilient Tile Flooring, Section 09 65 16 Resilient Sheet Flooring and Section 09 68 21 Athletic Carpeting. This effectively directs that every VA carpet, resilient tile and athletic carpeting job specified must be completed by an INSTALL certified installer. The Contractor must be a company specializing in carpet installation with a minimum three (3) years’ experience and employing experienced flooring installers who have retained, and currently hold, an INSTALL Certification, or a certification from a comparable certification program, and a valid OSHA 10 certification.

Ref: https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/spec.asp#09

2. Installers must be certified by INSTALL or a comparable certification program with the following minimum criteria:

a. US Department of Labor approved four (4) year apprenticeship program, 160 hours a year.

b. Career long training.

c. Manufacturer endorsed training.

d. Fundamental journeyman skills certification.

8. Door Clearances. The Contractor shall ensure clearance between the bottom edges of doors and the level floor surface of newly installed carpet. All doors shall open freely or close without dragging the newly installed carpet. If the door is dragging prior to work, the Contractor shall notify the COR to have facility management staff correct the problem.

9. Unaffected Areas. Protect all unaffected areas with plastic sheeting, drop cloths, periodic vacuuming, or sweeping from work debris.

10. Remove Rubbish. The Contractor shall remove all rubbish, wrapping paper, salvages and scrap daily. The Contractor shall not leave removed waste material inside the facility overnight. Waste materials generated by the Contractor shall be disposed of daily, off-station by the Contractor.

11. Vacuum Carpets. The Contractor shall vacuum new carpets to remove all debris and waste.

12. Final Cleaning. The Contractor shall remove spots, smears, and other foreign matter with an approved solvent. Use a solvent, which will not discolor or damage carpet surface to include cove bases.

13. Furniture. Moving of furniture is primarily the responsibility of the facility. The Contractor may be required to move a few items of furniture before or after carpet installation. This information will be disclosed at the time of project request if needed.

Cove Base and Edge Strip:

1. Vinyl Cove Base. The Contractor shall furnish and install vinyl cove base as directed. Removal of existing materials shall be as required to support the work.

2. Materials.

a. Facility Standard or equal Base 4” or 6”. Materials can come either in rolls or in precut section lengths and shall be based on each job.

b. Occasionally there may be a need for a millwork base to specified instead of the

3. Resilient Risers. Provide single piece riser for height and width of stair risers or equal sized units if riser width exceeds available manufactured lengths.

4. Resilient Stringer Skirt. Cut to match riser and tread provide and to meet wall base height, of same material and color as base unless otherwise indicated.

5. Adhesives. Waterproof, stabilized type as recommended by wall base manufacturer to suit material and wall conditions.

6. The Contractor shall provide and install T-cap edge strip, using materials consistent with industry practices, at all transitions from carpeted to non-carpeted areas. Use of T-cap edge strips may not always solve a height issue where two flooring materials meet. Please refer to “Installation of Flooring” items 2 and 3 to ensure compliance with ABA Standards.

Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) Flooring:

1. The Contractor shall furnish and install LVT flooring as directed. Installation procedures shall be in accordance with the product manufacturer’s recommendations. Removal of existing materials shall be as required to support the work. Materials and installation shall meet the applicable standards of UFGS 09 65 00 Resilient Flooring. Installation method or pattern will be identified in each task order.

2. Materials.

a. Use adhesives, underlayment, primers and polish recommended by the floor resilient material manufacturer.

b. Where luxury vinyl tiles are specified, seek products with recycled content.

3. Contractor shall provide product data for luxury vinyl tile. Samples of material shall be submitted to the COR for color selection prior to installation.

4. Maintenance data for LVT. Contractor shall submit maintenance data to the COR upon job completion.

5. Delivery, Storage, and Handling. Deliver tiles and installation accessories to project site in original manufacturer's unopened cartons and containers each bearing names of product and manufacturer, project identification and shipping and handling instructions.

6. Store flooring materials in dry spaces protected from the weather in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Store tiles on flat surfaces. Move tiles and installation accessories into spaces where they will be installed at least 48 hours in advance of installation.

7. Sequencing and Scheduling. Contractor shall coordinate with the COR for the installation of the floor tile. The start date will be stated on the task order. Do not install tiles over new concrete slabs until the slabs have cured and are sufficiently dry to bond with adhesive as determined by tile manufacturer's recommended bond and moisture test.

8. Preparation. Comply with manufacturer's installation specifications to prepare substrates indicated to receive tile.

9. Apply concrete slab primer, if recommended by flooring manufacturer, prior to applying adhesive. Apply according to manufacturer's directions.

10. Installation. Comply with tile manufacturer's installation directions and other requirements indicated as applicable to each type of tile installation included in project.

Ceramic Tile:

1. Materials.

1. Comply with ANSI A137.1, Standard Grade, except as modified:

1. Inspection procedures listed under the Appendix of ANSI A137.1.

2. Abrasion Resistance Classification:

a. Tested in accordance with values listed in Table 1, ASTM C 1027.

b. Class V, 12000 revolutions for floors in Corridors, Kitchens, Storage including Refrigerated Rooms.

c. Class IV, 6000 revolutions for remaining areas.

3. Slip Resistant Tile for Floors:

a. Coefficient of friction, when tested in accordance with ASTM C1028, required for level of performance:

1. Not less than 0.7 (wet condition) for bathing areas.

2. Not less than 0.8 on ramps for wet and dry conditions.

3. Not less than 0.6, except 0.8 on ramps as stated above, for wet and dry conditions for other areas.

4. Mosaic tile may be mounted or joined together by a resinous bonding material along tile edges.

5. Factory-Applied Temporary Protective Coating:

a. Protect exposed face surfaces (top surface) of tile against adherence of mortar and grout by pre-coating with a continuous film of petroleum paraffin wax, applied hot.

b. Do not coat unexposed tile surfaces.

c. Pre-wax tiles set or grouted with epoxy or latex modified mortars.

Glazed Wall Tile and Trim Shape:

1. Conform to applicable requirements of adjoining floor and wall tile.

2. Use trim shapes sizes conforming to size of adjoining field wall tile including existing spaces

3. Internal and External Corners:

d. Square internal and external corner joints are not acceptable.

e. External corners including edges: Use bullnose shapes.

f. Internal corners: Use cove shapes.

g. Base to floor internal corners: Use special shapes providing integral cove vertical and horizontal joint.

h. Base to floor external corners: Use special shapes providing bullnose vertical edge with integral cove horizontal joint. Use stops at bottom of openings having bullnose return to wall.

i. Wall top edge internal corners: Use special shapes providing integral cove vertical joint with bullnose top edge.

j. Wall top edge external corners: Use special shapes providing bullnose vertical and horizontal joint edge.

2. Materials and installation shall meet the applicable standards of UFGS 09 30 10 Ceramic, Quarry, and Glass Tiling and Tile Council of North America Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation. Installation method or pattern will be identified in each Task order.

3. Upon receipt of task order provide product data for ceramic tile, samples of material shall be submitted for color selection prior to installation.

4. Samples for verification purposes of each different color and pattern of ceramic tile, threshold and grout, showing full range of variations, shall be submitted to the COR for approval prior to installation.

5. Maintenance data for ceramic tile. Contractor shall submit maintenance data to the COR upon completion of the job.

6. Delivery, Storage, and Handling. Deliver tiles and installation accessories to project site in original manufacturer's unopened cartons and containers each bearing names of product and manufacturer, project identification, and shipping and handling instructions.

7. Store materials in dry spaces protected from the weather in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Store tiles on flat surfaces. Move tiles and installation accessories into spaces where they will be installed at least 48 hours in advance of installation.

8. Sequencing and Scheduling. Contractor shall coordinate with the interior designer and the COR for the installation of the floor tile. Install tiles and accessories after other finishing operations, including painting, have been completed.

9. Preparation. Comply with manufacturer's installation specifications to prepare substrates indicated to receive tile.

10. Installation. Comply with tile manufacturer's installation directions and other requirements indicated as applicable to each type of tile installation, to include types of settings and grouting materials.

Grout tile:

1. Materials and installation shall meet the applicable standards of UFGS 09 30 10 Ceramic, Quarry, and Glass Tiling and Tile Council of North America Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation. Installation method or pattern will be identified in each Task order.

Rubber Tile:

1. Materials and installation shall meet the applicable standards of UFGS 09 65 00 Resilient Flooring. Installation method or pattern will be identified in each task order.

Polished Concrete:

1. Polished concrete shall meet all applicable standards as found in the Whole Building Design Guide, applicable commercial standards, and specifications provided per task order.

Rubber Stair Tread, Tread-Riser, and Nosing:

1. Materials and installation shall meet the applicable standards of UFGS 09 65 00 Resilient Flooring.

Epoxy Floor Covering:

1. Materials and installation shall meet the applicable standards of UFGS 09 67 23.13 Standard Resinous Flooring or UFGS 09 67 23.14 Chemical Resistant Resinous Flooring as stated in the Task order.

Transition Strips and Other Moldings:

1. Edges of flooring meeting flooring of a different type or level shall be protected with molding and shall be specified in each task order.

Homogenous Sheet Goods:

1. Sheet Vinyl Floor Coverings: Smooth face, minimum thickness nominal 2 mm (0.08 inch). Sheet flooring shall conform to ASTM F1913 and material requirements specified in ASTM F1303, Type II, Grade 1, backing classification not applicable. Foam backed sheet flooring is not acceptable.

2. Size: Provide maximum size sheet vinyl material produced by manufacturer to provide minimum number of joints. Minimum size width acceptable - 1200 mm (48 inches).

3. Each color and pattern of sheet flooring shall be of same production run.

4. Weld Rod: Product of floor covering manufacturer in color shall match field color of sheet vinyl covering.

5. ASTM F1303, Type II, Grade 1, except for backing requirements. Foam backed sheet flooring is not acceptable.

a. Minimum nominal thickness 2 mm (0.08 inch); 1800 mm (6 ft) minimum width.

b. Critical Radiant Flux: 0.45 watts per sq.cm or more, Class I, per ASTM E648.

c. Smoke density: less than 450 per ASTM E662.

d. Color and pattern of sheet flooring of the same production run.

INSTALLATION - GENERAL

1. Install products according to manufacturer’s instructions.

a. When manufacturer’s instructions deviate from the specifications, submit proposed resolution for COR consideration.

2. The Contractor shall accomplish all initial cleaning and application of surface coatings as required. Unless explicitly noted in the task order, the Contractor is responsible for determining installation method as required for a “turn-key” project ready for full use/traffic/service.

3. Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant. A stable surface is one that remains unchanged by contaminants or applied force, so that when the contaminant or force is removed, the surface returns to its original condition. A firm surface resists deformation by either indentations or particles moving on its surface. A slip-resistant surface provides sufficient frictional counterforce to the forces exerted in walking to permit safe ambulation.

INSTALLATION OF FLOORING

1. Flooring Layout:

a. Arrange pattern one direction // with side // and end // joints pattern matched.

b. Extend flooring wall-to-wall, under cabinets, casework, laboratory and pharmacy furniture, and other equipment for seamless flooring installation.

c. Locate seams in inconspicuous and low traffic areas, minimum 150 mm (6 inches) away from parallel joints in flooring substrates.

2. Openings in floor or ground surfaces shall not allow passage of a sphere more than ½ inch (13 mm) diameter. Elongated openings shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel.

Elongated Openings

3. Changes in Level:

a. Vertical: Changes in level of ¼ inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.

Vertical Change in Level

b. Beveled: Changes in level between ¼ inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and ½ inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.

A change in level of ½ inch (13 mm) is permitted to be ¼ inch (6.4 mm) vertical plus ¼ inch (6.4 mm) beveled. However, in no case may the combined change in level exceed ½ inch (13 mm).

c. Changes in level greater than ½ inch (13 mm) shall be ramped.

Beveled Change in Level

d. The phrase “changes in level” refers to surfaces with slopes and to surfaces with abrupt rise exceeding ½ inch (13 mm). Such changes in level are prohibited in required clear floor and ground spaces, turning spaces, and in similar spaces where people using wheelchairs and other mobility devices must park their mobility aids such as in wheelchair spaces, or maneuver to use elements such as at doors, fixtures, and telephones. The exception permits slopes not steeper than 1:48.

4. Match edges of flooring for color shading and pattern at seams.

5. Install flooring flush with adjacent floor finishes.

6. Extend flooring into toe spaces, door reveals, closets, and similar openings.

7. Install flooring fully adhered to substrate.

1. Air pockets or loose edges are not acceptable.

2. Trim sheet materials tight to flooring penetrations; seal joints at pipe with waterproof sealant specified in Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

8. Butt joints tight, without gaps and bulges.

9. Installation of Edge Strips:

1. Install edge strips at flooring terminations and transitions to other floor finishes.

2. Locate edge strips under center lines of doors unless otherwise indicated.

3. Set edge strips in adhesive and mechanically fasten to substrate.

10. Flooring shall not be installed directly over existing vinyl and rubber flooring products unless explicitly noted in the task order. New flooring shall NEVER be installed over existing carpet.

Integral Cove Base Installation

1. In locations where wall base is present and installation of new flooring will require replacement of that wall base, new wall base shall be provided unless otherwise stated in the task order. Exceptions to installation of wall base shall be wood baseboard or as stated in the task order. The Contractor shall carefully remove existing cove base from the wall. The Contractor shall scrape away old adhesive from walls. Damaged areas shall be repaired by the Contractor. Upon the satisfactory repair of damaged areas, the Contractor shall install new cove base in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. Use roll product to minimize seams

2. Set preformed fillet strip at floor intersection with walls and other vertical surfaces.

3. Form straight or radius internal and external corners to suit Application.

4. Terminate base exposed top edge with cap strip. Seal cap strip to wall with sealant.

5. Extend flooring over fillet strip and 100 mm (4 inches) up wall surface.

6. Adhere base to wall surface.

7. Weld joints as specified for flooring.

Heat Welding

1. Heat weld joints of flooring and base using welding rod.

2. Rout joint, insert welding rod into routed space and fuse flooring and welding rods for seamless, watertight installation.

3. Fuse joints for seamless weld.

4. Rout joint, insert welding rod into routed space, and fuse flooring and welding rods for seamless, watertight installation.

5. Fuse joints for seamless weld.

6. Finish joints flush, free from voids, and recessed or raised areas.

Chemical Welding

1. Avoid excess bonding chemical and damage to flooring surfaces.

2. Apply bonding chemical to fuse flooring for seamless, watertight installation.

3. Finish joints flush, free from voids and recessed or raised areas.

Cut-outs and Trimming

1. The Contractor shall cut materials to fit around existing fasteners and anchors, telephone and electrical boxes, built-in casework, door frames, walls, and other equipment and obstacles. Remove and replace telephone and electrical box covers as required for proper installation of materials. The Contractor shall discuss with the COR any obstacles the Contractor feels should be temporarily removed to better install flooring and to make the finished installation more aesthetically pleasing.

SPECIFIED FLOORING

1. Although flooring manufacturers and flooring options will be considered and evaluated for each task order, the Contractor shall be able to provide the following lines of flooring:

a. Mannington Commercial: BioSpec MD

b. Adore: Regent Monarch and Regent Sovereign Collections, Decoria Collection

FLOORING REMOVAL AND SURFACE PREPARATION – GENERAL

2. The Contractor shall remove existing flooring and finishes in work area in a manner to prevent unnecessary damage to the work area. The Contractor shall ensure that surfaces are clean, dry, and free of curing or parting agents that interfere with the bonding of the adhesives. Whenever a powdery or porous surface is encountered, a primer compatible with the new flooring shall be used to provide a suitable surface for the installation.

2. If allowed by manufacturer’s recommendations, flooring may be installed over cutback adhesives containing asbestos, with approval from the COR, if no sanding is required. If the cutback adhesive needs sanding, the Contractor shall contact the COR for further instruction.

3. Repair of minor holes, cracks, and depressions in the concrete, wood or tile floor shall be made with compatible patching compound per manufacturer recommendations. The Contractor shall not exceed manufacturer’s recommendations for patching thickness. Patched areas shall be primed in accordance with manufacturer specifications. The Contractor’s responsibility for such floor repair preparation shall be limited to the use of no more than one gallon of patching compound per ten square yards of floor area to be covered. The Contractor must notify the COR if floor repairs in excess of this amount are identified and request further instruction.

4. All surface prep shall conform to the manufacturer’s installation specifications. All materials must be removed as required as part of the surface preparation. The surface must be cleaned. The Contractor is responsible for testing the moisture content and alkalinity of the substrate of the flooring materials to ensure conditions conform to the manufacturer’s installation specification.

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY:

1. No Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) will be provided under this contract. However, the Government reserves the right to provide Government Furnished Materials (GFM) for use on any task order. The Contractor shall transport all GFM, if any, described on each delivery order from the government storage area to the work site indicated on the delivery order. Once GFM is released to the Contractor for transportation to the project site, the Contractor shall assume the risk and responsibility for any loss or damage to GFM. The Contractor shall follow the instructions provided per task order regarding the disposition of GFM not consumed in performance of this contract.

2. The Contractor shall make sure carpet, cushion, tack strips and vinyl cove base, as applicable, are not damaged upon receipt. The Contractor shall notify the COR of any damaged items upon receipt and will add materials required to complete the task order to the scope of the task order as Contractor furnished materials. All Contractor furnished materials must be approved by the COR prior to installation.

3. The Contractor shall return any unused GFM at the end of each project. Each project is tracked by the COR.

4. The Government shall provide security police and fire protection to the extent necessary to ensure a secure and safe site of work. The Contractor shall adhere to the security and fire directives, instructions, and policies of the Medical Center.

5. Temporary Facilities:

a. Contracted personnel shall have access to toilet facilities while on-site.

b. Water and electricity are available on site for contracted personnel.

c. WIFI service is available in some locations throughout the Medical Center.

CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED MATERIAL SUBMITTALS and ACTION PLANS:

1. Accessories. The Contractor shall furnish all materials required to perform the work requested. This includes but is not limited to flooring, edge strips, glue, adhesive, filler, and transitional strips and like items for a complete installation and finished appearance.

2. Submittal Preparation. In preparing submittals it shall be incumbent upon the Contractor to clearly and fully demonstrate that proposed materials, systems, or methods meet or exceed all applicable specific requirements. Whenever possible, parameters such as units of measurement, testing protocols and technical vernacular specified in the text will be those employed or referenced by the Contractor or his agent in demonstrating compliance. When not possible, the Contractor will clearly and fully demonstrate, by written notation, how other parameters, employed or referenced, compare with those specified.

3. Material Submittals. Upon task order award, and as necessary during project execution, the Contractor shall submit to the COR and Contracting Officer for approval one hard and on electronic copy of a prepared Material Approval Submittal form (AF 3000), as well as manufacturer's data, catalog cuts, samples, and other information as requested for the items on the Material Approval Submittal prior to start of each job order. No new materials shall be used unless submittal has been approved by the Contracting Officer and COR representing the Medical Center. If an “or equal” product is submitted, Contractor shall submit color/finish sample books/binders/sets for the full product line style for selection of final sample submittal. If specific product is specified in the task order statement of work, no sample is necessary.

4. Asbestos-free certification is required for any possible ACM (i.e., glue/adhesive, joint compound, etc.,) when an AF 3000 is submitted for approval. The installation may recommend the substitution of a nonhazardous chemical if a hazardous material is used.

5. Quality Control. The Contractor shall develop and maintain a Quality Control Program (QCP) to ensure requirements of the contract are provided as specified in accordance with the standards accepted in commercial practices. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify and prevent defective services from recurring. As a minimum, the Contractor shall develop quality control procedures. The Contractor shall submit the Quality Control Plan no later than ten (10) days after contract award. The COR and Contracting Officer will review the Contractor’s QCP.

6. Health and Safety Plans. The Contractor shall submit a complete health and safety plan for all proposed work. Plan/Program shall be in compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA, 29 CFR 1910, and other occupational health and safety requirements of the contract. The Plan shall provide a detailed description of procedures to comply with health and safety requirements. The Contractor shall submit the Health and Safety Plan no later than ten (10) days after contract award. The COR and Contracting Officer will review.

7. Removal and Installation Plan. The Contractor shall submit a plan for the removal, preparation, and installation of materials at the pre-performance meeting. The plan shall include removal methods for existing material, methods and materials for repair and patching of existing surfaces, methods and material for surface preparation, and methods and materials for installation. Include a description of any required phasing of the work in the plan.

WORK SEQUENCE:

1. Pre-Performance Conference. Within ten (10) days after award of each task order but prior to commencement of any work at the site, the Contractor shall meet with the COR to discuss the coordination of the work. The Contractor shall submit the Removal and Installation Plan.

2. Commencement of Work. The Notice to Proceed for task orders under this contract shall be instruction to commencement of work under that task order. Work shall begin within the number of days specified on the task order. Each task order will have an assigned period of performance.

3. Starting Notification. The Contractor shall notify COR at least seven (7) calendar days in advance of starting all work on site. This shall include, but is not limited to, notification when the initial work shall begin; when work shall resume after stoppage exceeding five workdays, and when work shall begin following all specified exclusion periods. The official Notice to Proceed does not constitute sufficient notification to COR that work shall begin.

4. Preparatory Meeting. The first day of on-site work the Contractor will coordinate with the COR to conduct a “Preparatory Meeting”, unless the requirement is waived by the Contracting Officer or COR. Items addressed at this meeting, as a minimum, shall include safety procedures, materials employed, and the Removal and Installation Plan to ensure compliance with requirements.

5. Project Execution. The work performed under this contract may be in both occupied and unoccupied areas. In occupied areas, the Contractor shall accomplish all work in a manner that minimizes inconvenience to the using agencies and their mission. The Contractor shall perform all work with continuous daily progress. The Government will not accept or permit days of no work or time laps of inactivity by the Contractor except for drying or curing of previous work or as directed by the CO or COR. The Contractor shall protect all government furniture and equipment within the work area from dust, moisture, debris, and damage. The Government will hold the Contractor responsible for any damages caused by Contractor operations as a result of lack of adequate protection of government property. NOTE: Once electronic equipment becomes contaminated/damaged with dust it cannot be restored and the Contractor shall be held responsible to replace such items at no additional cost to the Government. The Contractor shall maintain the work site, hallways, and emergency exits free of debris, and safe at all times. Contractor personnel shall strictly adhere to safety standards (OSHA and AFOSH) and practices at all times during the term of the contract.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. The Point of Contact for this requirement is the designated Contracting Officers Representative (COR) assigned to this procurement; written notification will be provided to the Contractor after award. Scheduling of work performance shall be arranged through the designated COR and coordinated with the COR, Engineering, and facility Environment Maintenance Services (EMS). The Contractor shall abide by all VA Medical Center directives and policies as provided post-award.

2. The Contractor is responsible for verifying the project size, scope, and all reasonably foreseen existing conditions for each task order. The Contractor shall perform an on-site inspection survey of the work area to determine requirements for flooring installation and confirm dimensional requirements before ordering any materials. The Contractor shall notify the COR of any conditions found that prevent the satisfactory installation of flooring materials and provide the results of the inspection survey within two (2) days. This contract requires the contractor to remove all existing flooring materials and all foreign matter from the surface to be covered (to include loose particles and grease). The Contractor is responsible for testing the moisture content and alkalinity of the substrate of the flooring materials as necessary to ensure conditions conform to the manufacturer’s installation specification.

3. The Contractor shall provide at least one (1) qualifying supervisor capable of reading, writing, and conversing fluently in the English language on the job site during working hours. The supervisor will act as the Project Manager and oversee the work performed under each task order.

4. The Contractor is responsible for repairing any damage caused by the removal of existing flooring, and installation of new flooring systems. Examples of damage include but are not limited to scratches in flooring not being replaced, scratches and damage to walls or surrounding VA furniture or equipment, paint on walls, doors, cabinets. In the event that touch-up paint is required, the Contractor shall consult with the COR as to exact color and paint manufacturer used by the VA. All damage shall be reported to the COR at the time of the incident.

OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS:

1. The Contractor shall confine all operations (including storage of materials) on government premises to areas authorized or approved by the COR. The Contractor shall hold and save the Government, its officers and agents, free and harmless from liability of any nature occasioned by the Contractor's performance.

2. Working space and space available for storing materials shall be determined by the COR.

3. Workmen are subject to the rules of the Medical Center.

4. Work shall be executed in such a way as to interfere as little as possible with the normal functioning of the Medical Center as a whole, including patient, visitors, operations of utility services, fire protection systems and any existing equipment, and with work being done by medical center staff. Use of equipment and tools that transmit vibrations and noises through the building structure are not permitted in buildings that are occupied, during construction, jointly by patients or medical personnel, and Contractor's personnel, except as permitted by the COR.

a. The Contractor shall not store materials and equipment in other than assigned areas.

b. The Contractor shall schedule delivery of materials and equipment to immediate construction working areas within buildings in use by Department of Veterans Affairs in quantities sufficient for no more than two workdays. The Contractor shall provide unobstructed access to the Medical Center.

c. Where access by Medical Center personnel to vacated portions of buildings is not required, storage of Contractor's materials and equipment will be permitted subject to fire and safety requirements.

5. Phasing:

1. The Medical Center must maintain its operation 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Therefore, any interruption in service must be scheduled and coordinated with the COR to ensure that no lapses in operation occur. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to develop a work plan and schedule detailing, at a minimum, the procedures to be employed, the equipment and materials to be used, the interim life safety measure to be used during the work, and a schedule defining the duration of the work with milestone subtasks.

2. The Contractor shall take all measures and provide all material necessary for protecting existing equipment and property in affected areas of construction against dust and debris, so that equipment and affected areas used during Medical Centers operations will not be hindered. The Contractor shall permit access to Medical Center personnel and patients through other construction areas which serve as routes of access to such affected areas and equipment. These routes whether access or egress shall be isolated from the construction area by temporary partitions and have walking surfaces, lighting etc. to facilitate patient and staff access.