36C25219B0030-006.pdf

SCOPE OF WORK

I. Project Data:

A. Title: Replace Dry Sprinklers B400

B. Building: B400, VA Medical Center, Tomah, WI

C. Project No.: 676-19-004

D. COR: Trenton Seidel

E. Period of Performance: Length of Construction – 180 calendar days from signed Notice to Proceed

II. General

The work includes the replacement of the dry sprinklers in building 400 in the unconditioned attic space on the 4th floor, in the penthouse, and in the bell tower.

This work includes replacement of a compressor, pipe fittings, piping, sprinkler heads, pipe hangers, and all related clapper valve components as well as sprinkler drain piping to meet NFPA 13 2019 requirements.

III. Project Scope of Work

A. Hydraulic calculations and testing

1. Provide hydraulic calculations for the 4th floor sprinkler system and for the penthouse system.

2. Test and commission the sprinkler system.

3. Provide training to the VA facilities service, the VA fire department, and the VA safety staff.

B. Remove and replace clapper valve assembly and compressors.

1. Remove and replace the clapper valve including all related gauges and assemblies in the penthouse.

1. Integrate clapper valve with existing fire alarm system controls.

2. The clapper valve shall meet or exceed the salient characteristics of the existing Gem F3021 clapper valve.

2. Install inline air dryers and coalesce filters after the compressors on the 4th floor and in the penthouse including all related assemblies.

1. Devices shall be listed for use in dry sprinkler applications.

3. Remove and replace the compressor on the 4th floor.

1. Turn the existing compressor over to the VA.

2. Compressor shall be listed for use with dry sprinkler systems.

3. Compressor shall be sized to the hydraulic calculations.

C. Remove the existing sprinkler system piping and sprinkler heads in the penthouse, bell tower, and unconditioned attic space on the 4th floor of B400, including the electrical panel room in the 4th floor attic.

1. Remove and approximately 800’ of 4-inch pipe including all related fittings.

2. Remove approximately 300’ of 3-inch pipe including all related fittings.

3. Remove approximately 1100’ of 2-inch pipe including all related fittings.

4. Remove approximately 520’ of 1-1/2-inch pipe including all related fittings.

5. Remove approximately 220’ of 1-1/4-inch pipe including all related fittings.

6. Remove approximately 170’ of 1-inch pipe including all related fittings.

7. Remove approximately 200’ of 2-inch drain main drain piping.

8. Remove approximately 75’ of 1-inch inspectors test and low point drain piping.

9. Remove approximately 200 sprinkler heads.

10. Remove existing pipe hangers.

D. Replace the existing sprinkler system piping and sprinkler heads in the penthouse, bell tower, and unconditioned attic space on the 4th floor of B400, including the electrical panel room in the 4th floor attic.

1. Route the main drain to a location in compliance with NFPA 13 and state of Wisconsin DNR requirements.

1. External piping shall be reviewed by the SHPO for approval.

Allow 90 days for approval.

2. Piping shall not be visible from the street or parking lot in front of B400.

3. Paint piping to match the existing color of the bricks.

2. Route inspectors test drains and low point drains in the penthouse to locations in compliance with NFPA 13 and state of Wisconsin DNR requirements.

1. External piping shall be reviewed by the SHPO for approval.

Allow 90 days for approval.

2. Piping shall not be visible from the street or parking lot in front of B400.

3. Paint piping to match the existing color of the bricks.

3. Route inspectors test drain on the 4th floor to a location in compliance with NFPA 13 and state of Wisconsin DNR requirements.

1. External piping shall be reviewed by the SHPO for approval.

Allow 90 days for approval.

2. Piping shall not be visible from the street or parking lot in front of B400.

3. Paint piping to match the existing color of the bricks.

4. Route and install low point drains to allow for discharge out the windows or to an alternate location in compliance with NFPA 13 and state of Wisconsin DNR requirements.

1. Contractor shall provide all fire hose, piping, drain, and valve assemblies.

2. External piping shall be reviewed by the SHPO for approval.

Allow 90 days for approval.

3. Piping shall not be visible from the street or parking lot in front of B400.

5. Install new hangers complying with NFPA 13 2019 requirements.

IV. Additional requirements

A. Normal working hours are 7:30AM-4:00PM.

B. Fire sprinkler system shall be operational when the contractor is not working on the fire sprinkler system.

C. Contractor shall provide the VA notification at least 14 days in advance of fire system shut downs.

D. Provide at least 1 week notice before starting work in the attic behind the

4th floor supply room.

E. Contractor shall provide Activity Hazard Awareness risk assessment and

Safety Plan, F. Contractor shall be required to comply with the General Requirements, Specification 01 00 00, G. Work shall be scheduled as materials are approved, available, delivered on site and ready for installation and shall be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions and according to the specifications. Submittal requirements include:

1. Material Data Sheets (MDS) for all hazardous materials to be used/kept on the contract site,

2. Manufacturer’s literature, hardware, access controls, and installation/operation instructions, H. The contractor shall provide labor and material necessary to complete the work as shown in the plans and specifications.

I. The contractor shall provide marked up drawings and prepare As-Built drawings.

J. Provide for the safety of all employees, contractors, visitors and others involved with the project site.

K. Provide detailed construction schedule for minimal interference with VA operations.

L. Perform and follow up on final inspection. Develop punch list for corrective action. Develop punch lists and monitor corrective actions.

M. Contractors shall be required to obtain, wear, and return VA Contractor badges.

N. Contractor shall patch and repair all exterior roof and gutter systems.

V. Time Lines The period for construction activities is desired to meet the following calendar day schedule:

T1= NTP

T1+15 Days = Pre-construction Kick off meeting scheduled, including all sub-contractors.

T1+35 Days = Submittals and Review.

T1+36 Days = Order materials and mobilize.

T1+50 Days = Start work on penthouse.

T1+100 Days = Start work on the 4th floor.

T1+150 Days = Beneficial occupancy.

T1+160 Days = Punch list complete.

T1+180 Days = Delivery of marked up drawings for preparation of As-Built drawings, and project closeout.

SCOPE OF WORK