621-22-125 SPECS - REV.pdf

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

VA Project Number: 621-22-125

Rehabilitate Dogwood Avenue & Other Campus Surfaces

Department of Veterans Affairs

James H. Quillen VA Medical Center

Lamont Street & Veterans Way

Mountain Home, 37684

08-01-21

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

SECTION NO. DIVISION AND SECTION TITLES DATE

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS

00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 05-20 00 10 11 Medical Center Requirements

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements 05-21 01 32 16.15 Project Schedules 03-20

01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 06-21 01 35 26 Safety Requirements 07-20

01 57 19 Temporary Environmental Controls 01-21

ADDITIONAL ROADWAY SPECIFICATIONS

100 Info 200 Earthwork 303 Stone 400 Asphalt and Cold Planing 500 Concrete Pavement 604 Concrete Structures 700 Incidentals 900 Materials

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

List of Drawing Sheets

Section 00 01 15

Drawing Number Title A-001 Cover Sheet B-001 Site Plan B-002 Typical Section – Notes

(Resurfacing) D-001 Construction Limits (Dogwood) D-002 Typical Section - Notes (Dogwood) D-003 EPSC (Dogwood) D-004 Traffic Control (Phase 1 – West) D-005 Traffic Control (Phase 1 – East) D-006 Traffic Control (Phase 2 – West) D-007 Traffic Control (Phase 2 – East) D-008 Utilities (Dogwood)

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SECTION 00 10 11

JAMES H. QUILLEN VA MEDICAL CENTER REQUIREMENTS

INDEX

Item Title Page

1. General Intention (Contact info)

2. Medical Center Orientation

3. Statement Of Work

4. Clearances, Badges, Parking Permits, and Keys

5. Supervision / Superintendent / Communications

6. Use Of Government-Owned Material And Equipment

7. Government Furnished Property

8. Contractor's Trailers

9. Road Closures

10. Delivery of Materials

11. Storage Area / Access Roads / & Docks

12. Utilities / Outages

13. Environmental Protection

14. Smoking Policy

15. Contract Worker's Safety Information

16. Patient Care Areas

17. General Construction Site Safety

18. Accident Prevention

19. Access to Construction Areas

20. Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM)

21. Fire Prevention

22. Fire Watch

23. Infection Control Orientation for Construction Workers

24. Airborne Dust Control During Construction

25. Interstitial Work Protocol

26. Housekeeping

27. Trenching/Excavations

28. Hazardous Materials

29. Hazardous Spills

30. Lead Based Paint (LBP)

31. Contact with Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM)

32. Lock-Out / Tag-Out Energy Control Procedures

33. Hot Work Permits

34. Permit Required Confined Spaces

35. Fluorescent (PCB and/or Mercury Containing) Fixtures

36. Safety / Intermediate Inspections

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Attachment List

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GENERAL INFORMATION

SECURITY / SAFETY

RULES / REGULATIONS

POLICIES, PERMITS, & PROCEDURES

1. GENERAL INTENTION (CONTACT INFO).

A. This specification section pertains to station policy for construction projects performed at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center at Mountain Home (Johnson City), Tennessee 37684. Safety and health concerns are taken seriously at this facility. Both our staff and yours are expected to strictly adhere to the regulations and requirements as specified herein. This is exceedingly important, since we must be primarily concerned for the safety of our patients. In this regard, OSHA Standards may protect worker safety and health, but they have minimal benefit for protecting the safety and health of our patients, due primarily to their differing medical conditions. Review this information as orientation with your personnel performing work on site. Where the requirements as outlined in this and section 01 00 00 are differing, the more stringent shall apply.

B. The Contracting Officer's Representative COR is responsible for the inspection of the work called for in the contract and specifications. The Contracting Officer’s Representative will be Brandon Whetsel. This COR can be reached at 423-926-1171, ext. 7538, or by fax: 423-979-3562. In the event the Contractor cannot reach the COR, he may contact the Chief, Engineering Service, Kevin Milliken., at 423-926-1171, ext.

7727, or by fax: 423-979-3534. Inspections made by the COR are for the sole benefit of the Government and do not relieve the Contractor of any quality control responsibility.

C. The Safety Manager is responsible for safety inspections of all contract operations. The

Safety Manager will be Josh Culver. The Safety Manager can be reached at 423-926- 1171, ext. 7906.

D. The Chief, Police Section is responsible for security at this facility. The Police Chief will be Jerry Shelton and can be reached at 423-926-1171, ext. 7197.

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2. MEDICAL CENTER ORIENTATION.

A. After contract award, a Pre-Construction Conference will be scheduled by the Contracting Officer. All issues of the contract and these requirements will be discussed.

B. At the end of the conference the Contractor shall submit the following to the COR:

(1) A copy of the Contractor’s Environmental Safety and Health Program Plan; a copy of the Contractor’s AHA (Activity Hazard Analysis) plan, developed for detailing this project’s site-specific ES&H Plan, including actual drawings depicting all required ES&H issues, etc.

(2) Request for Contractor Identification (I.D.) Badges, for all Contractor/Sub-contractor employees, Attachment 00 10 11-B.

(3) Phasing Schedule.

(4) Identify the Contractor's Superintendent and Contractor's Competent Person(s).

(5) A request to schedule a date and time for all contactor and Sub-contractor's employees to view the VA's mandatory Video on Infection Control and to receive a safety orientation.

(6) OSHA Training Records for all such employees. (30 hour for the Superintendent, 10 hour for all other)

3. STATEMENT OF WORK.

A. SCOPE. This project consists of furnishing all supervision, labor, materials, equipment, and transportation. It also consists of performing all work in strict accordance with the applicable specifications and drawings that form the parts thereof.

B. PRINCIPAL FEATURES. The principal features of this project are listed in the applicable specifications and drawings and in no way limit the responsibilities of the Contractor in performing all the work that is required to provide a complete job.

Period of Performance –Contractor will have 180 days after NTP to complete

C. LOCATION. James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, Mountain Home (Johnson City), Tennessee 37684.

D. DRAWINGS – GENERAL. The contract drawings indicate the extent and location of construction work. If any departure from the contract drawings are deemed necessary by the Contractor, the details of such departure and the reasons therefore shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for approval as soon as practical. No such departures shall be

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E. VERIFICATION OF DIMENSIONS. The Contractor shall visit the job site to thoroughly familiarize himself with all the details of the work and working conditions.

The Contractor shall also verify all dimensions in the field and shall advise the Contracting Officer of any discrepancy before performing any work. The Contractor shall be specifically responsible for the coordination and proper relation of his work to the building, structure, phasing, and insure the safety of employees and workmen.

F. TERMINOLOGY.

(1) Work area - An area in which construction work is conducted to complete a contract.

(2) When “furnish”, “provide”, “install”, or similar term is used in the contract, it shall mean a complete installation, ready for use.

(3) “Approved equal” or “equal” shall mean as approved by the Contracting Officer only.

The Contracting Officer shall be the sole judge as to whether or not a substitute item is equal and any item that the Contractor wants to substitute for any item specified shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for approval.

G. WORK HOURS. The Contractor shall perform work during hours required by the phasing requirements of this contract. The Contractor may be required to schedule some aspects of the work, after hours, meaning from 5:00 pm until 1:00 am, whether indicated on the contract documents by specific phasing or not. Some after hours work such as systems affecting Hospital operations cannot start until after 7:30 pm in the evening. This is required to assure un-interruption of Hospital operations, potential effect to patients, employees, and visitors. Phasing requires after hours work, the Contractor shall submit an After Working Hours Activity Security Request, Attachment 00 10 11-C, at least 48 hours in advance, for approval by the COR.

4. CLEARANCES, BADGES, PARKING PERMITS, AND KEYS.

A. SECURITY CLEARANCE. This Medical Center reserves the right to initiate certain Homeland Security clearance requirements for Contractors, Subcontractors, and other outside vendors, as required. These requirements are subject to change without notice depending on the current threat level implemented by the Government. If security clearances are known to be required, the COR will advise the Contractor at the pre-construction conference. The procedure to obtain security clearance may be dependent on the threat level and will be communicated to the Contractor by the Contracting Officer and/or COR as necessary.

B. I.D. BADGES. All Contractor personnel who enter Medical Center property for this project shall obtain I.D. badges. Contractor personnel shall include employees, 00-10-11 - 4

Subcontractors, Subcontractor employees, suppliers, and delivery personnel entering the Medical Center. This does not apply to suppliers and delivery personnel making deliveries to the VA warehouse loading dock only. Contractor personnel who enter the Medical Center on an intermittent, one day at a time basis shall obtain a Temporary Contractor badge. All others shall obtain a photo I.D. badge. Badges shall be worn above the belt at all times while on Medical Center property.

(1) Photo I.D. Badge. The Contractor shall provide to the Contracting Officer, or COR, a completed Contractor I.D. Badge and Parking Permit Request, Attachment 00 10 11- B, for each photo I.D. badge required. The parking section of this form does not have to be completed if a parking permit is not required. The Contracting Officer, or COR, will provide the completed form to the VA Police Service, and will advise the Contractor of procedures for obtaining the Photo I.D. badge. Photo I.D. badges will have expiration dates assigned by the Contracting Officer and shall be returned to the VA Police Service upon expiration, or when Contractor personnel have completed work under this project prior to their expiration, whichever is sooner.

(2) Temporary Contractor Badge. Temporary Contractor badges will be available at location as directed by the COR. Contractors shall sign for Temporary Contractor badges. Temporary Contractor badges shall be returned each day upon signing out.

Temporary Contractor badges will not be issued to Contractors who have been issued a picture ID badge.

(3) The Contractor shall return all I.D. badges to the VA Police Service or final payment will be delayed.

(4) Failure to comply with these requirements shall result in the immediate removal of Contractor personnel from this Medical Center. Any such Contractor personnel removed for failure to comply will not be permitted re-entry to work on this project until approved by the Contracting Officer.

C. PARKING PERMITS / TRAFFIC REGULATIONS.

(1) The Contractor will be assigned a parking area during the pre-construction conference. All Contractor personnel shall use only this area for parking while on Medical Center property. The Contractor shall not park on grassy areas, unless approved by the COR, and the Contractor agrees to restore areas back to VA standards.

(2) All Contractor personnel who park vehicles on Medical Center property for this project shall obtain VA issued parking permits from the VA Police Service. This does not apply to suppliers and delivery personnel making deliveries to the VA warehouse loading dock only. At any time parking permits are required, the following procedure shall be followed:

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(a) The Contractor shall provide to the Contracting Officer, or COR, a completed Contractor I.D. Badge and Parking Permit Request, Attachment 00 10 11-B, for each parking permit required. The photo I.D. section of this form does not have to be completed if a photo I.D. is not required.

(b) The Contracting Officer, or COR, will provide the completed form to the VA

Police Service, and will advise the Contractor of procedures for obtaining the Parking Permit.

(3) The Contractor shall return all parking permits to the VA Police Service or final payment will be delayed.

(4) Drivers should be particularly concerned with pedestrian traffic. Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.

(5) Posted speed limits and all other traffic controls are to be observed by operators at all times.

(6) Seat belt use is mandatory on the station.

(7) Federal police officers maintain a 24-hour patrol.

(8) Failure to comply with these requirements will result in the immediate removal of

Contractor personnel from this Medical Center. Any such Contractor personnel removed for failure to comply will not be permitted re-entry to work on this project until approved by the Contracting Officer.

D. KEYS.

(1) Only a limited number of keys will be issued to the Contractor. Contractor shall request and submit a "Contractor Key Request", Attachment 00 10 11-D, for any required keys for any Engineering Service areas from the COR. The COR will advise the Contractor of the procedure to obtain the keys.

(2) The keys shall be returned at the end of final inspection and/or punch list completion, or final payment will be delayed. If the Contractor loses a key, all areas that are keyed to that key will be re-keyed by the VA at the Contractor's expense.

(3) The Contractor shall ensure all doors leading to and from construction areas are either monitored or locked to prevent access to the areas from unauthorized persons.

5. SUPERVISION / SUPERINTENDENT / COMMUNICATIONS.

A. At all times during the performance of this contract, the Contractor's Superintendent shall be available by cellular phone. At the beginning of the contract, and prior to beginning

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B. The superintendent shall be English speaking, and an English-speaking foreman shall be physically located on the construction site at all times work is being performed on site.

C. The foreman, superintendent and/or other Contractor designee will be the Contractor's

Competent Person(s) as identified by OSHA. The Contractor's Competent Person(s) shall meet OSHA training guidelines and shall be capable of making decisions and acting on behalf of the Contractor. A Contractor Competent Person shall be on the job site at all times work is being performed. If the Contractor Competent Person is absent from the job site for an extended period of time, the VA Contracting Officer may send all Contractor/Subcontractor employees off the job.

6. USE OF GOVERNMENT-OWNED MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT.

Use of Government-owned material and equipment is prohibited.

7. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY.

A. The Government-furnished property, if any, listed in the contract will be used only for the performance of this contract unless otherwise authorized by the Contracting Officer.

B. The Contractor shall, at all times, take any and all steps necessary for maintenance and preservation of all Government-furnished property.

C. The Contractor shall comply with all reasonable requests of the Contracting Officer to enclose, or specially protect, Government-furnished property.

8. CONTRACTOR'S TRAILERS.

Contractor's trailers shall be located at the area assigned. All utility connections to the trailer shall be installed at the Contractor's expense. The Contractor shall remove any trailers upon completion of the contract, unless approved by the COR to leave in place.

9. ROAD CLOSURES.

A. For any work requiring closure of a road or parking lot, the Contractor shall complete the Permit for Road Closure, Attachment 00 10 11-E, at least fourteen (14) days in advance, for approval by the COR and the Safety Unit.

B. Permits will be issued for no longer than one (1) week. Work lasting longer than one (1) week will be authorized by multiple permits.

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C. The Contractor shall supply and install any required road barricades and signage. The Contractor shall completely remove any road barricades and signage at the end of the permit.

10. DELIVERY OF MATERIALS.

Deliveries of materials and equipment shall be made at times when the Contractor and/or the Subcontractor are available to accept. The VA will not be responsible for accepting, receiving or storing Contractor's and/or Subcontractor's delivered materials.

11. STORAGE AREA / ACCESS ROADS / & DOCKS.

A. All storage shall be confined to those areas designated by the COR.

B. Only established roadways or those authorized by the COR for construction, and only loading and unloading docks authorized by the COR, shall be utilized. No restricted roadway or dock shall be utilized except by special permission of the COR (See item 9).

Weight limits recommended by the vehicle manufacturers or prescribed by the COR shall be adhered to.

12. UTILITIES / OUTAGES.

A. The Contractor shall verify that all utilities outside of the construction area are not affected prior to disconnecting or shutting off any utilities. All shutdowns shall be requested, in writing, to the COR at least seven (7) days prior to shut down.

B. You shall notify the COR:

(1) Prior to lock out / tag out of any utility system.

(2) If a utility failure occurs.

(3) Prior to restoring a system.

13. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.

A. The VA regards environmental protection requirements very seriously. Adherence to these requirements is subject to continuing scrutiny from the community, and backed by severe penalties, such as fines and incarceration. The Contractor shall fully comply with all federal, state and local environmental regulations. These environmental requirements will be strictly enforced.

B. No hazardous materials shall be disposed of on Government property. The Contractor shall ensure all waste is hauled off-site or disposed in Contractor owned and operated waste removal containers. The Contractor shall transport and dispose of hazardous wastes or materials in accordance with all related federal, state, and local regulations.

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C. The Contractor shall forward a copy of all waste manifests for special or hazardous wastes to the COR. Environmental requirements will be strictly enforced.

14. SMOKING POLICY.

The Contractor shall not allow smoking in any building. The Contractor shall ensure employees smoke only in designated outdoor areas, 50' feet away from buildings.

15. CONTRACT WORKER'S SAFETY INFORMATION.

A. The fire alarm system connects all buildings at this facility, and is activated by various heat, duct, smoke sensors, pull stations, and sprinkler systems. Manual pull stations are provided at each entrance. Please survey the area in which you are working to locate the manual pull stations.

B. IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE ALARM SOUNDING, you are to remain in your area, unless medical center personnel (Safety, Nursing, or Engineering) instruct otherwise, or unless a fire situation is in your area, in which case you should immediately evacuate.

C. IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, REMEMBER RACE: Rescue persons in immediate danger, pull the fire Alarm and Contain the fire by closing any doors. If it is safe to do so, and you have been trained, try to Extinguish the fire with a portable fire extinguisher.

If you do not hear the alarm sound, call extension 2911 to report the location. Know the location of the fire alarm and extinguisher in your work area.

D. INJURIES AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES. Emergency medical services for stabilization purposes are available for Contractors at this facility. For medical emergencies, dial 2-911 when inside any building. Report the nature of the emergency and location. The operator will dispatch in-house personnel or coordinate an outside emergency assistance based on the nature of the emergency.

E. HAZARDOUS WASTE. The VA Medical Center at Mountain Home indicates waste that is hazardous with different colored containers:

RED for infectious or biohazardous waste.

YELLOW for chemotherapy waste.

CLEAR for general waste.

Signs on containers also indicate whether the contents are biohazardous, radioactive, or cytotoxic.

The Contractor Shall Not Touch the Contents of Any of These Containers

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17. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY.

A. The Contractor shall maintain safety in the construction site / area in accordance with the provisions of the contract, to include, but not be limited to:

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA);

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations;

• National Electric Codes;

• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70; and,

• NFPA 101, Life Safety Code.

B. The Contractor shall work in a safe manner and shall take all proper precautions while performing work. Extra precautions shall be taken by the Contractor when working around persons occupying the building during construction.

C. The Contractor shall follow all federal, state, and local safety and health regulations.

D. The Contractor shall provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for their employees. Contractor employees shall wear the provided PPE, as appropriate.

E. The Contractor shall post appropriate signs in specific hazardous areas.

F. The Contractor shall keep all construction areas secure, especially mechanical and electrical rooms, against entry of unauthorized individuals including patients.

G. The Contractor shall not put trash or other building materials to be discarded in VA dumpsters. The Contractor shall furnish their own waste receptacle or dumpster, and remove trash daily from the Medical Center grounds.

H. The Contractor shall not ask to borrow or use any Government-owned tools, machines, or equipment.

18. ACCIDENT PREVENTION.

A. The Contractor shall comply with the safety requirements described in specification section 01 00 00, item 1.5.

B. The Contractor shall increase hazard surveillance of buildings, grounds, and equipment affected by construction, with special attention to excavations, construction areas, construction storage, and field offices.

C. The Contractor shall limit access to construction sites by personnel, patients and visitors not involved with construction activities. Where total isolation of construction activities is not feasible, The Contractor shall limit access by supplying and using freestanding barricades or other appropriate means. The Contractor shall also supply and use appropriate signage to warn and redirect people away from the construction area and associated hazards.

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19. ACCESS TO CONSTRUCTION AREAS.

A. The Contractor shall ensure the construction site has free and unobstructed exits. The Contractor shall maintain escape routes for construction workers at all times.

B. The Contractor shall ensure free and unobstructed access is available to emergency services and for fire, police and other emergency forces. The Contractor shall not obstruct any doorway, hallway, or exit without notifying the COR and/or the Safety Unit, to determine if ILSM modifications are required.

C. Means of exiting construction areas shall be inspected by the Contractor daily and documented by the Contractor on both the Daily Log, Attachment 00 10 11-F, and on the Fire Safety Log, Attachment 00 10 11-G. The Contractor shall provide the completed Daily Log to the COR before the close of the next working day. The Contractor shall provide the completed Fire Safety Log to the COR upon request but no later than the first working day of each month. In addition, the construction site may be inspected by the Government at any time.

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23. INFECTION CONTROL ORIENTATION FOR CONSTRUCTION WORKERS.

A. The goal of the Infection Control Program is to identify and reduce the risks of acquiring and transmitting infections among patients, employees, physicians and other licensed independent practitioners, contract service workers, volunteers, students and visitors.

B. During construction, renovation and minor improvement projects, hidden infectious disease hazards may be released into the air, carried on dust particles or on clothing. One such hazard is fungal organisms such as Aspergillus. Aspergillus species may be found in decaying leaves and compost, plaster and drywall, and settled dust. These organisms usually do not cause problems in healthy people, but can cause problems in a hospital that is full of sick patients! Aspergillus and other fungal organisms can cause illness and even death in people with certain medical conditions such as transplant patients, cancer treatment patients and patients with lung problems or poor immunity. Therefore, it is critical that you do your part to keep our patients, employees and visitors as safe and healthy as possible. We, in turn, will make conditions as safe as possible for you.

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E. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL:

(1) The Contractor shall maintain negative air pressure within the construction area, such that air shall be drawn into the construction area, and dust and fungal spores shall not be disseminated toward patient care areas. This may require fans or other negative pressure producing equipment.

(2) The Contractor shall remove demolition debris in tightly fitted covered carts. The

Contractor shall use specified traffic patterns, approved by the COR, for debris removal.

(3) The Contractor shall place sticky or walk-off mats immediately outside the construction zone. The Contractor shall change the mats whenever necessary to control the spread of dust and dirt.

(4) The Contractor shall use exterior window seals to reduce the amount of outside excavation debris coming into the building.

(5) If demolition chutes are used, the Contractor shall seal them when not in use. The

Contractor shall spray the chute and damper with water, as necessary, to maintain dust control.

(6) The Contractor shall provide for control, collection and disposal of any drain liquid or sludge found when demolishing plumbing.

F. TRAFFIC CONTROL:

(1) The Contractor shall use only entry and exit procedures designated by the COR.

(2) The Contractor shall keep all egress pathways free of debris.

(3) The Contractor shall not allow unauthorized personnel to enter construction areas.

(4) The Contractor shall use only elevators designated by the COR.

G. CLEANING:

(1) The Contractor shall keep the construction area clean on a daily basis.

(2) The Contractor shall keep dust and dirt to a minimum.

H. WORKERS:

(1) Contractor clothing shall be free of loose soil and debris when exiting the construction area.

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(2) The Contractor shall use Contractor-provided personal protective equipment (masks, face shields, etc.) as indicated for the task at hand.

(3) Handwashing is the best method of reducing the transmission of infection. The

Contractor should always wash hands with soap and water after visiting the restroom, before eating or smoking, and when leaving the construction site.

Questions? Please feel free to call the Infection Control, 423-926-1171 x 7542.

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26. HOUSEKEEPING. The Contractor shall:

A. Protect patients and VA personnel in occupied areas from the hazards of dust, noise, construction debris and material associated with a construction environment.

B. Keep work area clear, clean and free of loose debris

C. Secure construction materials and partially installed work that would create a safety hazard or interfere with VA personnel duties and traffic.

D. Wet mop occupied areas clean and remove any accumulation of dust/debris from cutting or drilling from any surface at the end of each workday.

E. Make every effort to keep dust and noise to a minimum at all times. Take special precautions to protect VA equipment from damage including excessive dust.

F. Maintain clear access to mechanical, electrical devices, equipment and main corridors.

This will ensure access to existing systems in the event of an emergency.

G. Clean area of all construction debris and dust upon completion of demolition and/or renovation.

H. During construction operations, keep existing finishes protected from damage. Cover and protect all carpets during construction. Any carpets or surfaces damaged as a result of construction activities shall be replaced at the Contractor's expense.

27. TRENCHING/EXCAVATIONS.

All Trenching and Excavation operations shall comply with all applicable requirements of OSHA, 29 CFR 1926, Subpart P, for Excavating and Trenching, (including related appendices), 1926.800 Underground Construction, and 1926.956, Underground Lines.

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28. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

A. Your operations may involve the use of hazardous materials. Prior to locating hazardous materials on site, the Contractor shall submit all Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS) through the COR for evaluation by the facility Safety Unit.

B. The Contractor shall store a minimal amount of hazardous materials within buildings with only enough on hand to perform daily tasks. The Contractor shall either remove flammable materials from buildings at the end of the work shift, or store them in approved flammable storage containers. The Contractor shall ensure hazardous materials are maintained in appropriate labeled containers at all times.

C. The Contractor shall ensure there is adequate ventilation to remove vapors of hazardous materials in use. Many of the patients being cared for in the facility are susceptible to environmental contaminants, even when odors seem minimal. The Contractor shall isolate those areas where vapors are produced, and shall ventilate to the most extent possible to reduce the number of complaints. The Contractor shall ensure that HVAC fresh air intakes will not draw in ventilated vapors. The Contractor shall also ensure the area to which vapors are ventilated is not in an area that patient, employees, and visitors must use to enter or exit a building.

29. HAZARDOUS SPILLS.

• Contain spill if possible.

• Secure area.

• Locate MSDS.

• Notify the COR and/or the Safety Unit at extension 7727.

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36. SAFETY / INTERMEDIATE INSPECTIONS

A. The professional Occupational Safety and Health staff (i.e., members of the Construction Safety Committee) at this facility will perform safety inspections of all contract

00-10-11 - 14 operations. Written reports of unsafe practice conditions will be reported to the COR, and Contracting Officer, for immediate attention and resolution.

B. The COR will perform other intermediate inspections, as needed by the project scope, or as requested by the Contractor.

C. The COR may require additional safety procedures from the Contractor in the following areas, as applicable to the contract:

• PPE / Respiratory Protection

• Fall Protection

• Lead/Silica

• Confined Space Entry

• Excavation and Trenching

• Scaffolds and Aerial Lifts

• Stairways and Ladders

• Cranes / Heavy Equipment

• Electrical

• Energy Isolation (Lock Out / Tag Out)

• Hand and Power Tools

• Steel Erection

• Material Handling and Rigging

• Welding and Cutting

Attachment 00 10 11-A

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ATTACHMENTS

A

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Contractor ID Badge and Parking Permit Request

C

After Working Hours Activity Security Request

D

Contractor Key Request

E

Permit for Road Closure

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Daily Log

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Fire Safety Log

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Request to Disarm Fire Alarm/Sprinkler System

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Contractor/Subcontractor/Employee Notification of Asbestos

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Hot Work Permit

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Confined Space Entry Permit

L Ceiling Opening Permit

M Penetration Permit

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ATTACHMENTS

00 10 11-A-3 .................................................................................................................... Summary

Attachment 00 10 11-A-3

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SUMMARY

Submit within the first 10 days of NTP:

Progress Chart (see example) Submittals (copy of transmittal sheet to Contracting Officer) Cost Breakdown on Contract Progress Report (Form 08-6001a) List of Sub-Contractors & Construction Worker Listing Material Safety Data Sheets (if applicable) Copy of Contractor Certification or Permit (if applicable) Contractor’s Environmental, Safety, and Health Plan Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) Site Specific Fire Safety / Infection Control Plan

Forms (See Section 00 10 11 for forms. Forms not listed in Section 00 10 11 will be provided by Contracting Officer):

After Hours Request (indicate Bldg.)

After Hours Request (Security) Barrier Type Requirements Confined Space Entry Hot Work Permit Ceiling Opening Permit Penetration Permit Contractor ID Badge request Form Contractor Key Request Contractor Parking Permit request Cost Estimate- VA Format Daily Log (New Form 08-6131) Interstitial Work Protocol Life Safety Measures Project Request for Information (RFI) Log Project Request for Proposal (RFP) Project Supplemental Agreement Log Project Submittal Log Project Submittal Summary Cost Breakdown and Contract Progress Report (Form 08-6159)

For Payment

Attachment 00 10 11-A-3

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Progress Payment Sheet (use enclosed format) Payrolls Daily Logs (submitted weekly to VA COR) Updated Progress Chart (if applicable) Contract Progress Report (08-6159)

Final Inspection

Notify the VA Project Mgr. / COR 15 days prior to requested date or contract completion date Submit Red-Marked as-built drawing set Submit O & M Manuals Turn-in ID badges Turn-in Keys Clean-up all areas completely

Attachment 00 10 11-B

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Contractor I.D. Badge and Parking Permit Request

Please Print all Information. (Must have a valid photo ID/State Drivers License)

Name of Contract: _______________________ Project Number: __________

Name of Company: _______________________________________________

Telephone Number: _________________ Expiration Date: _______________

Name of Employee (Last):_________________________________________

(First):__________________________________________

(Middle):________________________________________

Social Security Number: __________________ Date of Birth______________

Sex: _____ Race: ______ Drivers License Number: ____________ State: ____

Current Address (Street):__________________________________________

(City):_____________________________________________

(State):____________________________________________

Vehicle Make: _________ Vehicle Model: _______ Year: _______ Color: _____

Vehicle Style (2dr, pickup, hatchback, etc.): _______ License Number: ________

State: _________

You will be required to wear your issued I.D. Badge, above the waist at all times while working on medical center property.

If your I.D. Badge is lost you will be charged $____ for replacement.

I.D. Badges and Parking Permits are issued Monday through Thursday from 8 A.M. to 10 A.M. and 2 P.M. to 4 P.M.

Approving Official:

Print Name: ______________________________________________________

Signature: _______________________________________________________

Attachment 00 10 11-C

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After Working Hours Activity Security Request

Date: _____________________

Hours: _________ - _________

There will be activity after working hours by the following Contractor(s):

Located in: Bldg #__________; Floor # __________; Wing __________; Room

The following persons will be involved:

1. ________________________________________

2. ________________________________________

3. ________________________________________

4. ________________________________________

Superintendent in Charge: __________________________________

Phone: ______________________________________

Pager: ______________________________________

Cell Phone: __________________________________

You are directed to check in and out in Room-______, with the Medical Center Police, who will assist as necessary.

_________________________________________, Project Manager

Cell Phone: ___________________

APPROVED: ______________________________, Police/Security, ext. ______.

Attachment 00 10 11-C

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Contractor Key Request

Date: ____________________

Contract No. ______________ Project No. ______________

Project Name: _____________________________________

Contractor Name: __________________________________

Contractor Key Acceptance:

To: Contractor Supervisor: __________________________________

You hereby accept the responsibility of the following keys to be under your control during the project. You are to return the keys upon completion as a punch list item. If the keys are not returned, a fee of $_______ (per key) will be charged against the contract for replacement fees. Your signature below acknowledges the above requirements.

KEY ISSUED RESPONSIBLE SIGNATURE PRINT NAME

Project Manager

Copy to: File

Attachment 00 10 11-E

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Permit for Road Closure

VA Project No: __________________________Date of Request: __________________

Name of Contractor's Firm: __________________________________________________________________

Date(s) of Requested Closure: ___________________________________________________

Time(s) of Requested Closure: ___________________________________________________

Location Description: _____________________________________________________________

Work To Be Done: __________________________________________________________________

Protection Required (To be completed by Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative):

___ Solid barricade with flashing lights to guard excavation site.

___ Warning cones and/or construction barrier tape.

___ Construction fencing.

___ Flag/attendant for directing traffic.

___ Cover excavation site with steel sheet to permit traffic flow after administrative work hours.

___ Other (describe).

COR Concurrence:

__________________________________Date_______________________

Fire Department Approval:

_____________________________Date______________________

(Fire Department Officer who approves permit will contact on-duty Police Officer to inform of closure.)

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(Original copy to be maintained in the Fire Department until completion of work. Once completed, return original to _______________________________________ for filing.)

Attachment 00 10 11-M

VA Department of Veterans Affairs DAILY LOG - Formal Contract STATION

PROJECT TITLE NAME OF CONTRACTOR

DATE CONTRACT NUMBER

DAY OF WEEK PROJECT NUMBER

WEATHER TEMPERATURE

BRANCH OF WORK

SKILLED

WORKERS

UNSKILLED

WORKERS

LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION

OF WORK

DELIVERY OF MATERIALS:

REMARKS:

Signature of Construction Superintendent _________________________________________

Signature of Project Manager

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VA Department of Veterans Affairs DAILY LOG - Safety/ILSM Checklist STATION

PROJECT TITLE NAME OF CONTRACTOR

DATE CONTRACT NUMBER

DAY OF WEEK PROJECT NUMBER

Interim Life Safety Measure / Hazard Surveillance Means of egress is clear in construction and adjacent areas. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Access for the fire department and emergency services is clear. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Status of the fire detection/sprinkler system:

Fire sprinkler system is active. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Fire alarm system is active. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Smoke detectors are active. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Temporary systems are in place. □ YES □ NO □ N/A

Construction partitions are being maintained and are smoke tight. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Good housekeeping practices are being maintained. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Exterior balconies, corridors and stairways are clear of storage □ YES □ NO □ N/A Flammables and combustibles kept to a minimum and in proper containers. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Buildings, grounds and equipment are maintained in a safe manner. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Smoking regulations are being followed. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Fire extinguishers are readily available in construction area. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Hot work permit issued. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Work site inspected after hot work. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Other Environmental Considerations / Hazard Surveillance Caution/danger signs and barricades in place where needed. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Lock out/tag out in place. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Extension cords protected/disconnected at end of day. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Dust barriers maintained and walk off mats provided. □ YES □ NO □ N/A MSDS maintained on site and products labeled. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Asbestos is properly controlled and interstitial doors are closed and locked. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Area is secured from public and at the end of the day. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Odors from construction operations are cleared. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Safety and temporary signage is in place. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Emergency recall numbers left at work site. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Utility systems returned to operation in occupied areas. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Construction storage/field offices maintained and secured. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Excavations properly barricaded. □ YES □ NO □ N/A All external openings in walls/roof are sealed from inclement weather. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Exterior storm drains flushed and cleared of debris. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Subcontractors aware/trained in safety/environmental issues. □ YES □ NO □ N/A Remarks:

Inspected by:

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SECTION 01 00 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL

1.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

A. Refer to section 01 35 26, SAFETY REQUIREMENTS for safety and infection control requirements.

1.2 GENERAL INTENTION

A. Contractor shall completely prepare site for building operations, including demolition and removal of existing structures, and furnish labor and materials and perform work for the Rehabilitation of Dogwood Avenue and the

Resurfacing of Mountain Home as required by drawings and specifications.

B. Visits to the site by Bidders may be made only by appointment with the Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR)

C. All employees of general contractor and subcontractors shall comply with VA security management program and obtain permission of the VA police, be identified by project and employer, and restricted from unauthorized access.

1.3 STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S)

Refer to standard form 1442 Solicitation, Offer, and Award

1.4 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTOR

A. Drawings and contract documents may be obtained from the website where the solicitation is posted. Additional copies will be at Contractor's expense.

1.5 CONSTRUCTION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Security Plan:

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1. The security plan defines both physical and administrative security procedures that will remain effective for the entire duration of the project.

2. The General Contractor is responsible for assuring that all sub-contractors working on the project and their employees also comply with these regulations.

B. Security Procedures:

1. General Contractor’s employees shall not enter the project site without appropriate badge. They may also be subject to inspection of their personal effects when entering or leaving the project site.

2. Before starting work the General Contractor shall give one week’s notice to the Contracting Officer and COR so that security arrangements can be provided for the employees. This notice is separate from any notices required for utility shutdown described later in this section.

3. No photography of VA premises is allowed without written permission of the Contracting Officer. Patients and staff are not to be photographed at any time.

4. VA reserves the right to close down or shut down the project site and order General Contractor’s employees off the premises in the event of a national emergency. The

General Contractor may return to the site only with the written approval of the Contracting Officer.

C. Key Control:

1. The General Contractor shall provide duplicate keys and lock combinations to the Contracting officers representative (COR) for the purpose of security inspections of every area of project including tool-boxes and parked machines and take any emergency action.

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D. Document Control:

1. Before starting any work, the General Contractor/Sub

Contractors shall submit an electronic security memorandum describing the approach to following goals and maintaining confidentiality of “sensitive information”.

2. The General Contractor is responsible for safekeeping of all drawings, project manual and other project information. This information shall be shared only with those with a specific need to accomplish the project.

3. Certain documents, sketches, videos or photographs and drawings may be marked “Law Enforcement Sensitive” or

“Sensitive Unclassified”. Secure such information in separate containers and limit the access to only those who will need it for the project. Return the information to the Contracting Officer upon request.

4. These security documents shall not be removed or transmitted from the project site without the written approval of Contracting Officer.

5. All paper waste or electronic media such as CD’s and diskettes shall be shredded and destroyed in a manner acceptable to the VA.

6. Notify Contracting Officer and Site Security Officer immediately when there is a loss or compromise of

“sensitive information”.

7. All electronic information shall be stored in specified location following VA standards and procedures using an

Engineering Document Management Software (EDMS).

Security, access and maintenance of all project drawings, both scanned and electronic shall be performed and tracked through the EDMS system.

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“Sensitive information” including drawings and other documents may be attached to e-mail provided all VA encryption procedures are followed.

E. Motor Vehicle Restrictions

1. Vehicle authorization request shall be required for any vehicle entering the site and such request shall be submitted 24 hours before the date and time of access.

Access shall be restricted to picking up and dropping off materials and supplies.

2. A limited number of (2 to 5) permits shall be issued for

General Contractor and its employees for parking in designated areas only. Contractor to coordinate with VA

Medical Center Facility Manager.

1.6 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS (FAR 52.236-10)

A. The Contractor shall confine all operations (including storage of materials) on Government premises to areas authorized or approved by the Contracting Officer. 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.

B. Temporary buildings (e.g., storage sheds, shops, offices) and utilities may be erected by the Contractor only with the approval of the Contracting Officer and shall be built with labor and materials furnished by the Contractor without expense to the Government. The temporary buildings and utilities shall remain the property of the Contractor and shall be removed by the Contractor at its expense upon completion of the work. With the written consent of the

Contracting Officer, the buildings and utilities may be abandoned and need not be removed.

C. The Contractor shall, under regulations prescribed by the

Contracting Officer, use only established roadways, or use

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

E. Workers are subject to rules of the Medical Center applicable to their conduct.

F. Execute work in such a manner as to interfere as little as possible with work being done by others. Keep roads clear of construction materials, debris, standing construction equipment, and vehicles at all times.

G. Execute work so as to interfere as little as possible with normal functioning of Medical Center as a whole, including operations of utility services, fire protection systems and any existing equipment, and with work being done by others.

1. Do not store materials and equipment in other than assigned areas.

H. Utilities Services: Where necessary to cut existing pipes, electrical wires, conduits, cables, etc., of utility services, or of fire protection systems or communications systems (except telephone), they shall be cut and capped at suitable places where shown; or, in absence of such indication, where directed by COR. All such actions shall be coordinated with the COR or Utility Company involved:

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1. Whenever it is required that a connection fee be paid to a public utility provider for new permanent service to the construction project, for such items as water, sewer, electricity, gas or steam, payment of such fee shall be the responsibility of the Government and not the

Contractor.

I. 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. To ensure such executions, Contractor shall furnish the

COR with a schedule of dates on which the Contractor intends to accomplish work in each specific area of site, building or portion thereof. In addition, Contractor shall notify the COR two weeks in advance of the proposed date of starting work in each specific area of site, building or portion thereof.