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Wausau CBOC 1/31/2020 Appendix B.3: Design Narrative

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Basis of Design Narrative

This appendix contains Agency Specific Requirements (ASR) that must be included in the construction and operation of the leased premises. These requirements supersede any conflicting requirements in the standard lease template and referenced national standards and codes. See also attached chart of

ASR.

I. Healthcare Requirements

The lease is for a healthcare facility and as such local building codes do not capture all requirements needed for the facility to be accredited by The Joint Commission for operation after acceptance, including testing of any generator, exit lights, and emergency lights. Appendix D contains the additional standards and codes that must be met to ensure accreditation. Several standards and codes depend on parameters such as the types and quantities of services provided to determine requirements. Unless noted in the Appendix, these parameters regarding service information, risk, and code application will be determined during design.

II. Building Features

EMERGENCY POWER AND BACK UP POWER SYSTEMS:

The lessor will provide emergency back‐up power to specific areas and systems throughout the clinic.

These areas shall be provided with 72 hours of emergency generator back‐up power.

STRUCTURAL:

Structural design shall comply with the locally adopted codes as amended by all VA specific criteria listed in this section.

New structural members shall be constructed of concrete, masonry or steel.

Lessor to provide geotechnical report that defines all necessary foundation, retaining wall, slab on grade and seismic design parameters required for the project.

FOUNDATIONS:

New foundation systems shall be designed in accordance with the recommendations of the geotechnical report for the project.

FLOOR LOADS:

Minimum uniform and concentrated basic floor design live loads shall conform to the locally adopted codes. Where uniform or concentrated equipment loads exceed the minimum code required uniform live loads, the areas in question shall be designed to meet the specific load conditions.

ROOF LOADS:

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Roof live loads shall be based on geographic locations and local governing building code requirements;

however, they shall not be less than 20 psf.

LATERAL LOADS:

Design of new structural element lateral forces shall be in accordance with local building code requirements for wind and seismic forces using importance factors and basic wind speeds associated with the Risk Category assigned to a Business Use medical office building.

SPECIAL INSPECTIONS:

Lessor shall comply with all special inspection requirements of the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction.

Lessor shall obtain services of qualified, independent entities to provide special inspection services during construction. Lessor shall provide copies of the inspectors’ reports to the Contracting Officer as evidence of compliance with Codes and the requirements of this solicitation.

ARCHITECTURAL:

PATIENT ENTRANCES:

Provide canopies over all entrances to outpatient clinic.

LOADING DOCKS:

Provide any loading dock with a canopy over the platform with 14 feet of clearance from grade to the underside of the canopy. Provide a screen wall to shield the loading dock and approach to the loading dock from view from the front of the site.

ENCLOSURE SYSTEMS:

Building envelope systems shall be designed with consideration for performance under local climactic conditions, appearance, durability, security, efficiency in construction, and maintenance and operating costs.

Fire resistance of building envelope systems shall be as required by applicable codes for construction type and exposure.

EXTERIOR WALLS:

Materials and colors shall be consistent with the overall design concept and structural requirements and provide the level of physical security required by this Narrative.

Walls shall prevent moisture penetration. Design of existing moisture and air barriers, wall cavities, flashings & weeps, and other features shall prevent damage to wall components by entry of moisture into building.

Modify existing walls as required for sound transmission control from external sources at sites near airports, freeways, railways, or heavy city traffic.

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FENESTRATION:

Lessor shall provide fenestration (windows) consisting of fixed windows, or glazed storefront or curtain wall, including glazed entrance systems, consistent with the overall design concept. Size windows and select glazing and frame materials to meet the overall building envelope performance and sustainability requirements of this Narrative.

SAFETY GLAZING:

Glaze windows occurring in Police Operations and security holding room with 7/16" thick laminated glass. (when applicable)

LOUVERS AND SCREENS:

Provide louvers in wall openings where required for ventilation. Design louvers and anchorage for wind loads in accordance with building codes. Louvers shall bear AMCA certified rating seals for air performance and water penetration ratings.

Provide bird screens on mechanical ventilation supply and exhaust openings in exterior walls. Provide insect screens on the inside of louvered openings in exterior walls where there are no duct connections.

Louvers should be baked enamel matching the exterior color and drainable type construction.

Comply with security requirements in Appendix C.2.

EXTERIOR DOORS:

Entrance doors shall be automatic sliding anodized aluminum construction with safety glazing and shall comply with energy and sustainability requirements.

Swinging exterior doors and frames, except entrance doors, shall be heavy duty, insulated, continuously welded, flush, hollow steel construction. Exterior doors shall be weather‐stripped, self‐closing, and open outward. Door hardware shall be selected from pertinent chapters of VA Document PG 18‐14 Room Finishes, Doors & Hardware Schedule including Chapter 265. Provide latch guards and hinges with non‐removable pins to deter tampering or unauthorized entry.

AUTOMATIC DOORS:

Design automatic doors to operate manually in event of power failure. Equip controls with safety devices for pedestrian protection. Provide door operator controls and equipment that are easily accessible for maintenance. Design automatic doors to open from both sides.

ROOFS:

Contractor shall provide a weathertight roofing system utilizing a low‐slope, steep‐slope, or combination of low and steep‐slope systems that comply with all applicable Federal, State, and Local Codes & Ordinances and are installed in accordance with roof system manufacturer’s approved instructions.

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Roof system shall utilize roof drains, overflow drains, scuppers, or gutters & downspouts as appropriate to roof design and drain into an underground storm water drainage system. All roofs shall slope to roof drains or gutters.

Coordinate roof drainage with site (storm) drainage. Where roof drain leaders do not connect directly to storm drains, provide scuppers under all sidewalks and flatwork to convey storm flow to site drainage system.

Use minimum 8‐inch high base flashing at walls and penetrations. Do not use pitch pockets or similar penetration seals.

EQUIPMENT:

Room Content Lists included in Appendix A.2 list equipment items that are to be furnished by either the Lessor, by VA for installation by Lessor, or installation by VA in the Outpatient Clinic. As part of the rental consideration, the Offeror must include supporting construction, HVAC systems, utilities, and electrical distribution systems for both Lessor‐furnished equipment and VA‐furnished equipment installed by Lessor, or installation by VA in the Outpatient Clinic.

Offeror shall include provisions for necessary support and attachment of equipment items including, but not limited to, structural reinforcement of wall, floor or roof construction, and blocking or backing in walls and ceilings.

Offeror shall provide HVAC systems necessary to supply and exhaust the clinical spaces, laboratories, and other areas that contain special equipment, including provisions for supply or exhaust connections directly to special equipment items when required for installation and/or operation of the equipment, as part of the rental consideration.

Offeror shall provide building equipment and utility systems including but not limited to piping, water treatment equipment, sanitary or laboratory waste systems as required for the installation and operation of the equipment items as part of the rental consideration. Offeror shall provide electrical service necessary for equipment items, including service from emergency source for designated items or locations, as part of the rental consideration.

LESSOR FURNISHED EQUIPMENT:

Equipment items are listed by room type for each functional area within the Outpatient Clinic.

All property placed in, upon, or attached to the premises to be leased, and for which the Government pays by means of lump‐sum, shall be and remain the property of the Government, and may be removed or otherwise disposed of by the Government.

PROVISIONS FOR VA‐FURNISHED/VA‐INSTALLED EQUIPMENT:

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As part of the rental consideration, the Offeror shall include supporting construction (backing), HVAC systems, utilities, and electrical distribution as required for VA‐furnished and VA‐installed equipment to be installed in the Outpatient Clinic.

VA‐FURNISHED/LESSOR INSTALLED EQUIPMENT:

Equipment may include items that are furnished by VA but installed by the Lessor. As part of the rental consideration, the Offeror shall include supporting construction, HVAC systems, utilities, and electrical distribution as required for VA‐furnished equipment to be installed by the Lessor.

For equipment designated as installed by the Lessor, the Offeror shall also include installation as part of the rental consideration. Installation shall be defined to include all labor, tools, equipment, and incidental parts (including, but not limited to, screws or bolts for anchoring equipment to substrates, pipe fittings or unions, fiber connections, line cord and plug, solder, Teflon tape, gas connections, pipe joint compound, wire nuts or electrical connectors, electrical wire, etc.) necessary for the equipment to be placed in its final location and to be completely functional.

‐ Include activities (nodes) in the network analysis schedule for installation by Lessor of VA furnished equipment.

‐ Advise Contracting Officer of date(s) work will be ready for installation of equipment a minimum of 90 days in advance.

‐ Accept delivery of VA‐furnished equipment on established dates.

‐ Jointly with Contracting Officer, inspect the equipment upon delivery to check for damage and confirm quantities.

‐ Once VA‐furnished equipment is accepted by Lessor, the Lessor shall be responsible for protecting and storing the equipment.

‐ Provide any additional transportation to move equipment to final location.

‐ Uncrate, assemble, and install equipment, and dispose of packaging materials. ‐ Demonstrate proper operation of equipment to the Contracting Officer.

INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION, FINISHES, AND INTERIOR:

PROGRAM, FLOOR PLAN, DESIGN, AND HEALING ENVIRONMENTS:

Provide a design and construct a building based on the VA Design Manual for PACT and CBOC design.

The project will implement the VA design principles found within the VA PACT Design Manual and the VA CBOC design Manual, both found on the https://www.cfm.va.gov/til website. These principles place focus on creating an environment of care which brings the healthcare team and services to the patient all in one location. The result is for each patient to feel in control of their personal healthcare story resulting in reduced stress, decreased healing time and cost savings. The integration of mental health and team work areas within each PACT module also reduces the number of steps must take.

https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/dGuide/dgPACT.pdf

SPACE PLANNING AND FUNCTIONAL LAYOUT:

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The Conceptual Floor Plan included in Appendix B.1 provided in this Solicitation shall be used as the basis for the planning and functional layout of the facility. The completed building shall accommodate VA’s space program and interior functional requirements. Offerors are advised that the conceptual plans have been developed using VA Space Planning Criteria and information from VA Outpatient Clinic (SOC/CBOC) Design Guide in conjunction with the parent Medical Center. The conceptual floor plan is a diagrammatic representation of the required spaces within the PFD with some consideration regarding departmental and interdepartmental adjacencies. The conceptual floor plan shall not be considered the required layout.

ROOM NUMBERING:

Lessor shall provide room numbers prior to design development for VA approval. The Lessor shall work closely with VA to establish the room numbering system to be used for the facility.

CIRCULATION SYSTEMS:

The Conceptual Floor Plan in this RLP defines the basic elements of the interior circulation systems and their relation to the functional plan within VA occupied space. The Lessor is responsible for the final design of horizontal and vertical circulation systems including building support space and common areas within the Building during Design Development. Lessor shall integrate the design of circulation systems with building entrances, functional elements, wayfinding systems.

Circulation system components include entrances, lobbies, corridors, and vertical circulation (stairs and elevators if proposed project has multiple floors).

Minimum width of major corridors serving multiple departments and building entrances and lobbies shall be 6 feet in width, minimum except where greater widths are required to comply with egress requirements.

ROOM HEIGHTS:

Lessor is responsible for coordinating ceiling heights, structural members, and proper clearances needed to install mechanical and electrical systems. Heights shall not be less than 9’‐0” and not more than 12’0”. Required room heights are not to be reduced to accommodate ductwork runs originating out of shafts, corridors or chases.

MENTAL HEALTH:

Design and construct areas to be used by outpatient mental health functions to incorporate the following features.

‐ Minimize dead ends or blind spots in corridors.

‐ Maximize visibility from staff stations.

‐ Place doors in offices where staff will consult with patients so that either patient or staff can exit the room without having to pass by the other to get out. Based on layout, this tends to put the door more in the center of the room.

‐ Provide locks on all exam room doors.

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‐ Patient toilet doors that are in‐swinging shall be equipped with hardware that allows them to open out in an emergency.

PARTITIONS:

Non‐bearing interior partitions shall be capable of supporting equipment and furnishings specified for the clinic. For special requirements, use framing sizes or systems as appropriate. All walls for patient work/discussion to achieve minimum STC rating, per FGI standards, unless specifically noted in these Appendix. Where pipe spaces are required, size partition framing thickness to conceal piping.

Installation of metal studs shall comply with ASTM C754. Provide support required for equipment, furnishings, and work of other trades.

INTERIOR DOORS:

VA Document PG 18‐14 Room Finishes, Doors & Hardware indicates sizes and types of doors required.

Doors shall be of flush design.

Fire rated door and frame assemblies shall comply with NFPA 80.

Doors installed in all Group Rooms shall swing out in accordance with FGI 2.11‐3.2.5.3. Such doors shall be recessed from the corridor to maintain corridor width and hazard to passersby in the corridor.

FINISH HARDWARE:

Door hardware shall be selected from pertinent chapters of VA Document PG 18‐14 Room Finishes, Doors & Hardware Schedule including Chapter 265. Verify all hardware selections and locking systems with VA and RE prior to ordering and installation. Insert hardware shall be able to accept key core of Medical Center’s choice.

INTERIOR DESIGN AND FINISHES:

Interior finishes shall meet minimum specifications defined in lease Agreement. Floor coverings shall be classified for commercial use and when identified shall be classified for heavy duty use. Interior floor finishes shall meet all code requirements for slip resistance and sustainability standards, per the lease agreements.

Accessible and barrier free design shall be incorporated throughout the building. Floor changes shall be minimized to prevent trip hazards. When selecting finishes, an emphasis shall be places on infection considerations. Select durable interior finishes shall comply with VA PG‐18‐14 room finishes, door hardware schedule.

When selecting finishes, an emphasis shall be placed on infection prevention considerations. Selected products that withstand the disinfecting chemicals products. Select products with inherent antimicrobial qualities such as copper or silver fibers, products that withstand impact and promote the image of clean and new, products that have flat surfaces and promote clean‐ability.

INTERIOR FINISHES:

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Interior finishes shall be provided as indicated in VA Program Guide 18‐14 Room Finishes, Doors & Hardware Schedule including Chapter 265. Refer to VA Design Guide for Mental Health Facilities including Sections 3.4, 4.3, and 4.4 for additional guidance. VA must review and approve any deviation from this document prior to start of final construction documents.

The Interior Design concept and materials, finishes, colors, patterns, and textures must be approved by the Contracting Officer.

INTERIOR DESIGN CRITERIA:

Goal:

The primary objective of the interior design is to provide a therapeutic environment. Finishes, fixtures, and furnishings that maintain the safety and security of the facility need to be integrated into the design without detracting from this primary objective. A warm, welcoming and familiar environment can help calm patients and promote their participation in treatment and their rehabilitation and recovery. The facility is to provide a supportive interior environment that is conducive to healing both the patient’s mind and body, is respectful of the public monies, promotes staff performance, and expresses high quality design.

Concept:

The design is to pivot from the facility’s mission and its patient profile. This includes a working knowledge of the profile and characteristics of the veteran as a patient population and the distinct profile of the users of said facility and said project. VA patients are often long‐term, high repeaters with multi‐medical problems. Each user group will reveal the degree of need for the design to address aging, physical and mental disabilities, abusiveness, loss of function and perceptual ability.

Function:

Functional requirements dictate maintainable colors, textures, patterns, material selections, combination of materials, and installation techniques. Materials must be chosen for longevity and good appearance retention.

Wayfinding:

A "wayfinding" process shall be designed into the project. Patients, visitors, and staff need to know where they are, what their destination is, how to get there, and how to return to their origination point.

Identification, personalization of occupied spaces, and orientation are all to be addressed in the design.

Wayfinding is to be thought of broadly as building elements, color, texture, and pattern cues, as well as a coordinated set‐up for separate contracted signage and artwork.

Guidelines:

Design attention shall be given to all spaces. Areas which could initiate the design may be the lobby or administrative suite, but extensions of the same quality and variety are required for the corridors, staff areas, and patient areas. The design must offer a distinctive and clear lead for the planning and selecting of interior furnishings. Designs that narrow choices of procurement furnishings are

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Designs that use "lifetime of the building" materials in colors, patterns, and designs that transcend time are endorsed. Trendy colors and patterns are to be restricted to cycle replacement materials, such as paint and wall coverings.

HANDRAILS AND WALL GUARDS:

Except in administrative areas, provide handrails and wall guards on both sides of all corridors.

Handrail/Wall Guard Combination shall consist of snap‐on covers of resilient material, minimum 0.078inch thick, free‐floated on a continuous, extruded aluminum retainer, minimum 0.072‐inch thick, anchored to wall at maximum 32 inches on center.

FIRE PROTECTION:

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:

Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided, inspected, and maintained by the Lessor in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers. Recessed cabinets shall be provided in occupied areas.

AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS:

Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed in 100% of the outpatient clinic building and any accessory buildings. Installation shall comply with NFPA 13.

In addition to the aforementioned criteria, the following requirements apply:

‐ CPVC Piping is not allowed.

Design:

The design shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 13, Joint Commission Standards and FGI (Facility Guidelines Institute): Guidelines for Design and Construction of Outpatient Facilities. The automatic sprinkler system shall be hydraulically designed by any design approach allowed by NFPA 13. A minimum safety factor of 10% shall be provided in the hydraulic calculations. Sprinkler systems shall be designed based on available water supply without fire pump operating, where possible.

Installation:

The installation shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 13. Sprinklers shall be provided throughout the building. Standpipes shall be Class I hose connections. Where necessary, provide a fire pump to supplement the fire flow and pressure. The installation of the fire pump shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 20. The fire pump shall be an electric motor driven, horizontal split case centrifugal type. The fire pump shall be provided with both a test header and flowmeter. Relief valves, LEASE NO. VA36C252-20-R0001 LESSOR: ______ GOVERNMENT: ________ Page 10 of 29 if provided, shall be recirculated back to the suction side of the pump. Jockey pumps shall be rated for no less than 60 GPM. Fire pumps shall start automatically at 10 psi below the jockey pump start pressure. Fire pumps shall be manually shut down.

Design wet pipe sprinkler systems. Do not use pre‐action type systems. Sprinkler densities shall comply with NFPA 13, except in rooms containing movable/mobile shelving (high density storage) where the density shall be Ordinary Hazard (Group 2).

Rooms containing bulk supply storage shall be classified as defined by NFPA 13. Do not use shelving which obstructs sprinkler water from penetrating down through racks. No storage within 18 inches of any sprinkler head.

Install quick response sprinklers (QRS) in all areas, except where specifically prohibited (e.g., high temperature areas as defined in NFPA 13). The installation of flow control (on/off) sprinkler heads is not permitted. Coordinate with architectural, mechanical and electrical work and show smoke zone boundaries, hazard classification, density, and other special requirements on drawings.

Match sprinkler zones with fire or smoke (compartments) and fire alarm evacuation zones. Provide a flow switch, isolation valve, tamper switch, and pressure gauge for each zone. Notification shall comply with NFPA 72. Determine and identify on drawings the location of fire pump, risers, all valves, fire department connections, drains, and points of connection with underground fire service main.

PLUMBING:

PLUMBING DESIGN SCOPE:

All plumbing systems shall be designed in compliance with the IPC, state and local codes, ASHRAE 90.1‐ 2013, ASHRAE 188, Joint Commission Standards, and FGI (Facility Guidelines Institute): Guidelines for Design and Construction of Outpatient Facilities.

The plumbing design scope includes the following systems, which are detailed following this list.

A. Water Distribution System B. Domestic Hot Water System, including Recirculation C. Sewer/Vent/Waste

System inside buildings D. Potable Water Treatment System E. Roof Drainage System F. Interior Fuel Gas System G. Sub Soil Drainage System H. Legionella Mitigation

A. Water Distribution System:

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Size the piping for the hot and cold‐water systems per criteria specified in the IPC including backflow preventers, water hammer arrestors, and trap primers. Provide wall hydrants (a maximum of 200 feet apart at the building exterior perimeter) at loading docks and at building entrances, with a minimum of one wall hydrant on each exterior wall. Provide ¾” hose bibs in mechanical rooms and in blood collection room for floor washdown.

Maintain a minimum pressure of 35 PSI at the plumbing fixtures on the top floor. Where required, provide a domestic water booster system. The electrical supply shall be coordinated with the electrical engineer for all electronic faucets and flush valves, trap primers, solenoid valves, pumps, alarm panels, hot water heaters, and other appliances and equipment requiring electrical power.

B. Domestic Hot Water System, including Recirculation:

Size the hot water circulation system, including pumps, based on the heat loss method as outlined in the ASHRAE GUIDE AND DATA BOOK, not to exceed 5 °F heat loss. Limit dead legs to 10 ft. Provide balancing and check valves on each circulation circuit. The system shall be tested and balanced for proper temperature maintenance including no short circuits.

C. Sewer/Vent/Waste Systems inside Building:

Design sewer/vent/waste systems in accordance with IPC and ASPE. "Solvent" combination waste and vent systems are not allowed. Provide cleanouts according to the IPC. Identify all cleanouts on plans and riser diagrams.

D. Potable and Special Water Treatment Systems:

Potable water provided to the building shall meet minimal EPA and/or state standards for contaminants.

If potable water does not meet EPA and/or state standards, Lessor shall take action necessary to reduce contamination to acceptable levels. Lessor shall test potable water periodically to ensure that it continues to meet EPA and state standards.

Provide water treatment as required to meet EPA and/or state drinking water standards, and to meet special water use needs.

E. Roof Drainage System:

Provide primary and secondary roof drain systems per IPC Roof drains shall be sized per IPC with applicable local amendments. Insulate roof drain bowls, vertical piping to the bowl and horizontal piping located under the roof and above lay‐in or hard ceilings. Coordinate connection of roof drainage piping to storm drain site piping. Point of connection of building roof drain piping to site piping is at 5’‐ 0" outside the building perimeter.

F. Interior Fuel Gas System:

Design in accordance with NFPA 54 or IFGC, as required and as modified by local codes.

G. Seismic Restraint Systems:

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Earthquake‐resistive design for plumbing equipment and piping shall comply with the requirements of the local building code

Exceptions: When allowed by local code, seismic restraint may be omitted for the following installations:

‐ Piping in mechanical equipment rooms less than 1¼ inch.

‐ All other piping less than 2½ inch.

‐ Equipment weighing less than 400 pounds support and attached directly on the floor.

‐ Equipment weighing less than 50 pounds [9 kg] suspended from the roof or floor or hung/supported from the wall.

H. Legionella Mitigation:

VA to clarify requirements regarding Legionella Mitigation, if any. Comply with ASHRAE Guideline 12‐ 2000, Minimizing the Risk of Legionellosis Associated with Building Water Systems.

There are currently no EPA enforceable regulations governing the levels of Legionella bacteria in potable water systems; however, EPA has issued a Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) of 0 ppm.

Municipal water supplies and wells can carry Legionella, so it is a given that the bacteria will be introduced into the facility potable water system at some time. The challenge is to limit the amplification of the bacteria to less than lethal levels.

Legionella bacterial amplification occurs when bio‐films exist in water storage tanks and dead‐end piping legs which allow for growth sites, and when temperature and pH levels are optimum for growth.

Infection can occur when patients inhale atomized droplets while showering, drinking or receiving respiratory treatment.

Piping Design:

Provide means to easily remove and disinfect all outlet devices such as showerheads and faucets, etc.

Utilize self‐draining showerheads. Provide a ¾" ball valve at the end of each piping section as a means to drain heated (above 140 °F ) flushing hot water that will be used for initial and supplemental disinfection. Ball valve shall be within 50 feet [15.24 meters] of a floor sink, floor drain, sink, or lavatory.

PLUMBING FIXTURES, TRIM AND EQUIPMENT:

Provide plumbing fixtures, trim and equipment as required by the IPC.

Plumbing Fixtures:

Water closets, urinals, sinks and lavatories shall be vitreous china or stainless steel. Bariatric water closets shall be rated at 1,000‐pound capacity. Service sinks (mop sink/basin) shall be floor‐mounted cast terrazzo, (a combination of Portland cement and grey marble chips).

Plumbing Trim:

Faucets and showerheads shall be of chromed brass, monel, or stainless steel; plastic trim is not permitted. Faucets shall be laminar flow; aerators are not permitted.

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All exposed piping, including drain piping shall be chrome plated, including piping enclosed with ADA compliant safety shield.

MECHANICAL:

MECHANICAL CONTROL SYSTEMS (SHELL):

A complete automatic temperature control system shall be provided. The direct digital control (DDC) system shall be a complete system suitable for heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system provided. The system shall have read access for the VA. The system shall have a GUI interface that includes a floor plan that shows the location and status of the controlled equipment. It shall be expandable and capable of accepting additional points.

Provide humidification and electronics where necessary for the reliable function of the production equipment.

Provide temperature and Humidification monitoring in supply, medication storage, Pathology, and communication rooms.

HVAC DESIGN:

The HVAC systems shall be designed in accordance with the IMC, state and local codes, ASHRAE 90.1‐ 2013, ASHRAE 170, Joint Commission Standards and FGI (Facility Guidelines Institute): Guidelines for Design and Construction of Outpatient Facilities. The HVAC systems be capable of providing year‐round comfort and proper ventilation during all weather conditions noted below.

The HVAC design calculations shall be based on the following parameters:

A. Outdoor Design Conditions Reference: Latest Edition of ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals.

Cooling Mode – Air Handling Unit (Minimum Outdoor Air) 1%, Monthly Design Dry bulb and Mean

Coincident Wet bulb Temperatures.

Cooling Mode – Air Handling Unit (100% Outdoor Air): 1%, Monthly Design Wet bulb and Mean

Coincident Dry bulb Temperatures.

Heating Mode 99%, Annual Design Dry bulb Temperature.

B. Indoor Design Conditions Health Care Functions Reference: Latest Edition of ASHRAE Standard 170 (Ventilation of Health Care Facilities) and FGI (Facility Guidelines Institute): Guidelines for Design and Construction of Outpatient Facilities. Base the design on the following parameters listed for each unique specialty function:

‐ Inside Design Temperature (Dry bulb) ‐ Inside Design Humidity (Percentage Relative Humidity)

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‐ Pressure Relationship to Adjacent Areas (Measured as Volumetric Air Difference) ‐ Minimum Total and Outdoor Air Changes per Hour ‐ Return Air or Exhaust to Outdoors

Support Functions ‐ Offices ‐ Classrooms ‐ Conference Rooms ‐ Entrance Lobby ‐ Waiting Area ‐ Lounge

‐ Circulation Spaces o 70 ˚F @ 30% Relative Humidity (Heating Mode) o 75 ˚F @ 50% Relative Humidity (Cooling Mode)

Unoccupied Mode Non‐sensitive areas shall be provided with a night setback, 55 to 88 F.

C. Heating and Cooling Capacities Using the methodology given in the latest edition of ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals, the Engineer shall provide computerized calculations showing computation of the cooling and heating capacities of the occupied spaces. The Engineer shall coordinate with the project‐specific ancillaries – Latest Edition of ASHRAE Handbook of Applications (Health Care Facilities) and obtain such data as equipment load, exhaust air volume, pressurization requirements, and the required hours of the system operation per day to establish the cooling and heating capacities and system zoning.

Calculation Details The computerized calculations shall show such entities as:

‐ Room‐By‐Room Peak Cooling and Heating Loads

‐ Room‐By‐Room Air Balance Sheets, showing supply, return, exhaust, make‐up, and relief air volumes

‐ Zone cooling and heating loads (a zone is defined as a central cooling and heating apparatus serving a group of rooms)

‐ Psychometric Analysis

HVAC SYSTEM SELECTION CRITERIA – AIR SIDE:

‐ All‐Air Systems

‐ Use of PTAC (Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners), Terminal Heat Pumps, Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF), and Fan Coils Units are NOT permitted

AHU Components and Specifications:

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General All components may not be required at each location and for each application. Filtration Refer to ASHRAE 170

Air Terminal Units:

Provide pressure‐independent, DDC‐controlled, variable air volume (VAV) and constant volume (CV) terminal units. Provide integral reheat coils. Provide capability to adjust the air volume between the high and low limits or by the DDC controls. Provide acoustic internal lining for the terminal units

REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS – CHILLED WATER AND DIRECT‐EXPANSION:(DX) SYSTEMS:

Equipment efficiencies shall be in compliance with the DOE, FEMP program, and ASHRAE 90.1‐2013.

CHILLED WATER SYSTEMS:

Provide multiple chillers (at least two) to ensure reliability and efficient part load operation.

Chiller Controls:

Each chiller shall be equipped with a factory‐installed and tested microprocessor for the safety and operating controls. The microprocessor shall be able to interface with the building DDC (Direct Digital Controls) controls with a BACNET open protocol arrangement.

Chilled Water Piping/Pumping System:

Provide a fully functional chilled‐water piping and pumping system complete with accessories and devices, such as variable‐speed drives, flowmeter, and temperature and pressure sensors. Selection of the piping and pumping arrangement shall be project‐specific.

Water Treatment:

Provide a complete and fully functional water treatment system using non‐toxic chemicals approved by EPA and local authorities.

System Volume:

Ensure there is a minimum of 5 gallons per ton of chilled water to provide sufficient thermal mass to the system.

DIRECT‐EXPANSION (DX) SYSTEMS:

Use of DX systems, packaged or split‐system, is permitted, provided the occupants comfort is not compromised due to lack dehumidification at part load conditions. The Engineer shall address this issue by including the required control strategy and system configuration, such as:

‐ Multiple Compressors (single compressor units are NOT acceptable) ‐ Low‐Ambient Operation ‐ Hot Gas Bypass ‐ Customized Refrigerant Piping Design (if required to avoid stratification)

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Use of DX systems, packaged or split‐system, is recommended, for single zone systems which have different load profiles than surrounding spaces, e.g. computer rooms, electrical rooms, telephone equipment rooms provided.

HEATING SYSTEMS:

Provide either a heating hot water or electric heat to meet the space heating and domestic hot water heating demand.

Miscellaneous Terminal Heating Devices:

Provide thermostatically‐controlled terminal heating devices, such as unit heaters and cabinet heaters, to heat the miscellaneous spaces, such as:

‐ Mechanical Equipment Rooms (MERs) ‐ Toilets with exposed perimeter

APPLICATIONS:

Air‐Conditioning Systems – Miscellaneous Areas:

Provide dedicated and thermostatically‐controlled air‐conditioning systems for the critical spaces identified below.

‐ Server Rooms (OIT/Telecom/Data Closet/etc.)

Design conditions shall be 75 ˚F dry bulb temperature (cooling), 65 ˚F dry bulb temperature (heating), 30 to 55% relative humidity, with individual room temperature control.

General Exhaust Systems:

Ventilate spaces, such as toilets, janitor's closet, soiled utility rooms, and bathrooms, at the rate specified in ASHRAE Standard 62.1 and ASHRAE 170. Maintain negative air balance in the spaces.

ELECTRICAL:

The Electrical systems shall be designed in accordance with the latest NEC Code., state and local codes, ASHRAE 90.1‐2013, and FGI (Facility Guidelines Institute): Guidelines for Design and Construction of Outpatient Facilities. The Lessor shall provide all the necessary electrical facilities for the project.

Supply voltage for this facility shall be 480/277‐volt, 3 phase, 4 wire. Lessor shall request for the local utility to provide the new service voltage. It is expected that electrical systems will meet their primary objective of providing appropriate and reliable interior and exterior electrical, LED lighting, lighting control system, and auxiliary systems and services necessary to the safety and comfort to the veterans, employees, and visitors. In addition, the systems shall be safe, easily accessible for repairs and maintenance, and energy‐efficient.

RACEWAYS AND WIRING:

Install all wiring in raceways. All wiring shall be copper. All circuits and branch circuits shall have a separate equipment grounding conductor of appropriate size per the NEC. No more than 3 branch circuits are allowed to run in one homerun. Utilize minimum conduit size of ¾” inch. (Data wiring shall not be mixed with other systems.) All junction boxes (J‐boxes) shall be color‐coded as directed by SRE.

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All J‐boxes shall be labeled on cover as to circuit, and what is in box.

LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM:

Perform risk analysis per NFPA 780, Annex L and provide a lightning protection system, where Nd>Nc.

Submit calculations, including all assumptions. The Lessor shall use the following fixed factors in the calculation: C3 = 2.0, C4 = 1.0, C5 = 5.0. All other factors shall be project‐specific. All cables, Air Terminals, rods, and components shall be copper, and use exothermic weld joints. Master label shall be required for lightening protection system.

RECEPTACLE CIRCUITS:

No more than 6 receptacles shall be installed on a single circuit. Receptacles shall be Hospital grade in all clinical type spaces, Commercial grade in office / general areas. All receptacles will be labeled with their panel number and circuit number designation. Emergency back‐up power circuits will have red receptacle covers.

ESSENTIAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:

Risk Assessment category for this facility is determined to be Category 3

No EES (Essential Electrical System) is required for Category 3 facilities.

It is recommended that emergency backup power be provided for the following Life Safety loads

IT Systems per Appendix E.

Life Safety Branch:

The Life Safety Branch shall supply power to loads per NFPA 70 and 99, including:

‐ Alarm and alerting systems, such as fire alarm ‐ Automatic doors, used for building egress.

‐ Exit signs.

‐ Illumination of means of egress ‐ Nurse Staff Stations: Task illumination

‐ Telecommunications systems, where used for issuing instructions during emergency conditions, including public address systems.

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT:

Electrical distribution components shall have copper bussing. Each panelboard shall contain a main disconnect and 25% spare breakers in addition to a main breaker disconnect. All electric panels will have their circuit log sheets completely filled in.

All electric panels will have working space in compliance with NEC Table 110.26(A)(1) in front of each panel clearly marked with black and yellow stripped tape to designate nothing is to be positioned in front of the panel.

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TELECOMMUNICATIONS:

TELECOMMUNICATIONS: CABLE PATHWAYS, WIRING, CABLES, AND INFRASTRUCTURE PLANT; AND SPECIAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS (see also, Appendix E):

Telecommunications Outlets: Provide as required for space layouts

High density wall mounted work area data/telephone outlets shall be provided with four (4) Category 6A 8P8C outlets, active for telephony/data with an eight‐position faceplate mounted on a dual gang workbox at each location indicated. Final data/telephone outlet configuration and location in each room shall be coordinated with the Users during design.

Outlet boxes shall be equipped with full covered wall faceplates and four (4) each modular Category Six RJ‐45 jacks.

Special Systems Specific Requirements:

Provide systems as determined by project requirements. Refer to Appendix A.2 for description of room contents and Appendix C.1 and Appendix E for additional requirements.

Ethernet broadband network communication speed. 100 mbps (million bits per second).

Provide (2) 100 meg circuits for bandwidth.

Nurse Call:

Provide a nurse call system as required for exam rooms, public toilets, procedure rooms, and radiology rooms identified by local clinic staff. Master stations shall be placed in (5) manned nursing/reception areas. Provide signal lights in corridors above room doorways.

Public Address (PA):

Provide public address and mass notification (PA) system(s) as required. System(s) shall be as manufactured by Bogen, JBL, Dukane, or approved equivalent, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer. Ceiling mounted speakers shall be located a maximum of 20 lf center to center in all corridors, and in rooms and waiting areas. The system shall be capable of being dialed into from any telephone for paging. Provide two (2) ea. microphones for paging from the telephone operators Call Center. System shall have the capability of paging each floor of the building separately, or to page the entire building.

Intercommunication System:

Provide intercommunications system(s) as required. System(s) shall be as manufactured by Bogen, Aiphone, Leviton, or approved equivalent, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer.

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Provide appropriate intercommunication systems at designated facility ingress and egress points connected to the Security Service Control Room.

All loudspeakers shall be of the recessed or ceiling type in lieu of surface‐mounted type, wherever possible.

Cable Television (CATV):

Lessor to provide cable television.

Security Surveillance Television (SSTV):

Provide SSTV systems as required. System(s) shall be as manufactured by Access, Bosch, or Pelco, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer.

Guest wireless to be paid for by Lessor. Including installation, service, content. Pre and Post wireless survey to be provided by Lessor along with installation of AP’s, for both guest wireless and VAMC wireless.

Security Management and Control, and Centralized Police Security Management Systems (aka Security Management Telecommunications System SMTS):

Provide SMTS systems as required. System(s) shall be as manufactured by Lockheed, Viper, Access Gold, Casi‐Rusco, or approved equivalent, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer.

‐ Electronic Access and Door Control – Dyna Lock, Locknetics, Sentrol, or approved equivalent, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer.

‐ Motion Intrusion Detection – Security Metrics, Ademco, Honeywell, or approved equivalent, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer.

‐ Patient (also Staff) Annunciator/Locator System – Viking, Radiance, Secur Trak, Patient Central, or approved equivalent, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer.

‐ Duress Alarm and Emergency Notification System – Code Blue Pole Systems or approved equivalent, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer. Under no circumstance shall the telephone system be used to provide duress alarm functions. Provide a marquee display in the Police Operations Room and the telephone operators Call Center to display location where a duress alarm is initiated. Marquee shall be red letters/numbers on black background. Marquee nominal size shall be 4”H X 24” W.

Duress‐Panic Alarms shall meet the following: o Housing shall be a rugged corrosion‐resistant housing of stainless steel or Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) molded plastic or similar material that is weather and dust proof. o Actuating device shall include a plunger button whose head is recessed from the face/front edge of the housing and be designed to avoid accidental activation.

o Alarm switch/button shall lock‐in upon activation until manually reset with key or manufacturer provided device.

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They shall annunciate at the Access Control System and Database Management, monitored by a central station. Provide a marquee display in the Police Operations Room and the telephone operators Call Center room to display location where duress‐panic alarm has been activated. Marquee shall be red letters/numbers on black background. Marquee nominal size shall be 4”H X

24” W. o Shall be capable of being mounted for hand use in a manner that is unable to be viewed by the public. After modular furniture workstations are installed by VA, Lessor shall extend panic alarm wiring to workstation and permanently mount alarm switch/button under the underside of the workstation counter to right‐ or left‐hand side of where employee would be positioned. In some rooms the alarm switch/button, where there is not a workstation, will be mounted adjacent to the room door at 40” AFF to the bottom of the device. The system shall automatically notify the police officers, via a pager, when an alarm switch/button is activated. The Lessor shall provide nine (9) each pagers as part of the system. The pager shall give a visible indication of the location of the activated alarm.

These systems shall be hardwired.

o Wiring will be four (4) conductor #18 American Wire Gauge (AWG). o Duress‐

Panic Alarm Technical Characteristics:

Temperature Range 0° to 110°F (‐17.8°C to 43.3°C) Nominal Voltage 12 V DC @ 6 mA Current Max 8 mA Operational Voltage 7 V DC to 15 V DC Operational life Rated for 10,000 activations Battery Activations 500 Actuator Dual button plunger with activation lock LED Bi‐color – on and activated

Radio Paging System:

Provide radio paging system (identified as Public Safety Operation) as required. System(s) shall be as manufactured by Motorola, Johnson, Kenwood, or approved equivalent, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer.

Two‐Way Radio System:

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Vertex Standard, or approved equivalent, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer.

Video Teleconferencing System (VTS):

Provide VTS systems as required. System(s) shall be as manufactured by Polycom, Tandberg, HP, or approved equivalent, as updated to most current technology or manufacturer.

TV/Monitor:

In each conference room, provide an HDMI cable (nominal length 30’) from the television location to a box, with cover plate, located 18” AFF, at location to be determined, in each conference room, to permit television to be used as a presentation monitor connected to a computer.

Cell Phone Booster:

Install cell phone booster system to allow no drop calls in or out of the building (Use Verizon unless informed differently).

Wireless:

Construct building for wireless capabilities. The Wireless LAN system (WLAN) shall be designed to provide 100% coverage with established signal strength and through put heat maps as identified by a wireless pre and post survey. WLAN Access Points (WAPs) are anticipated to be Power‐Over‐Ethernet (POE).