P11-NW Metro CBOC_ Appendix D Safety Fire Protection EM Appendix.pdf
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- X1DB--NW Metro (Rio Rancho, NM) CBOC Lease (New)
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- 36C24W26R0016
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Department of Veterans Affairs
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This document is Appendix D of a Request for Lease Proposal (RLP), containing safety, fire protection, and environmental management requirements for a VA leased facility.
The Lessor is responsible for obtaining and maintaining a current occupancy permit from the local jurisdiction and all necessary permits for building operations, including fuel-fire mechanical equipment, emergency and standby generators, and equipment treating or exhausting toxic or hazardous gases. The Lessor must inspect, test, and maintain building systems and fire/life safety systems according to the more stringent of NFPA guidelines or local codes, including essential electrical systems, gas and vacuum systems, environmental systems, fire doors and shutters, portable fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, standpipe systems, and fire detection and alarm systems. The Lessor must submit documentation of all tests, reports, and maintenance logs to the Contracting Officer and VA Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The government reserves the right to conduct independent inspections, testing, and assessments, which may include noise and vibration testing, water and air quality sampling, pathogen testing, Legionella cultures, radon and mold testing, and facility condition assessments. Any hazards or code violations must be promptly corrected at the Lessor's expense. Additionally, the Lessor must maintain the building envelope and systems in good repair to prevent water damage and mold growth, promptly repair any leaks, and ensure special building equipment treating and exhausting toxic gases complies with OSHA, EPA, and local regulations, including obtaining required operating permits.
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RLP No.
Appendix D: SAFETY, FIRE PROTECTION, AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
1.1 GENERAL
1.1.1 PERMITS
Space must have a current occupancy permit issued by the local jurisdiction. Lessor shall obtain and maintain all necessary permits for operation of building services and equipment, including but not limited to fuel-fire mechanical equipment, emergency and standby generators, equipment to treat or exhaust toxic or hazardous gases, and solid or liquid wastes.
1.1.2 INSPECTIONS BY LESSOR
Lessor shall inspect, test, and maintain building systems, fire and life safety systems and equipment, as required by the more stringent of NFPA guidelines or local codes. Lessor shall submit documentation as acceptable to the Contracting Officer and/or VA COR of tests, report, and maintenance logs.
At minimum, systems and equipment for which inspections and reports are required include, but are not limited to, those systems as enumerated in NFPA 99, other applicable NFPA guidelines, and the following:
• Essential Electrical System
• Gas and Vacuum Systems
• Environmental Systems
• Fire Doors and Shutters
• Portable Fire Extinguishers
• Fire Suppression Systems
• Standpipe Systems
• Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
1.1.3 INSPECTIONS BY GOVERNMENT
The government reserves the right to conduct independent inspections, testing, assessments, and detailed studies in space it occupies, as well as in space serving the VA leased space (e.g.
common use areas, mechanical rooms, HVAC systems, etc.). The Lessor shall assist VA in its assessments and detailed studies by making available information on building operations and Lessor activities, and providing access to space for assessment and testing, if required. These may include, but are not limited to, noise and vibration testing, water and air quality sampling, water, and air sampling for pathogens, Legionella cultures and copper/siler analysis, radon testing, mold testing, Facility Condition Assessments of building systems and equipment, etc.
Work may be performed by independent consultants, or VA personnel.
Lessor shall implement corrective measures required by the Contracting Officer.
2.0 CODE VIOLATIONS
Equipment, services, or utilities furnished, and activities of other occupants, shall be free of safety, health, and fire hazards. When hazards or code violations are detected, they must be promptly correct at the Lessor’s expense. Where requirements conflict, the decision of the Contracting Officer shall be final.
3.0 SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
3.1.1 INDOOR ENVIROMENT
Lessor shall maintain building envelope and building systems in good repair. Excess or uncontrolled water can damage interior finishes, furnishings, or equipment and can contribute to the growth of mold and other pathogens. Lessor shall take precautions in design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the facility to control the entry of water from outside sources or leaks from building systems.
Lessor shall promptly repair any leaks and replace damaged materials or finishes. If mold or other pathogens are discovered, Lessor shall be responsible for remediation.
3.1.2 SPECIAL BUILDING EQUIPMENT
Special building equipment required to treat and exhaust to the atmosphere toxic gases produced by the agency program equipment shall be maintained in proper operating condition. Maintain all such installations in compliance with appropriate OSHA, EPA, or related regulations of the local community.
Lessor shall obtain operating permits as required by EPA and local Authorities Having Jurisdiction for the operation of exhaust-producing generators and building air and water heating equipment.
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