S06 - Final SOW.docx

Replace Boilers B415 Project 676-22-122

STATEMENT OF WORK

Construction - Replace Switchgear, Transfer Switch, Generator, and Transformer Tomah VA Medical Center

I. General Description:

The Tomah VA campus’ heat, sterilization, conditioned air, hot water, etc. are driven by the boilers that are in B415. The existing switchgear and transfer switch are from the 1970’s and installed with a far outdated electrical code. Likewise, the transformer was installed in 2016 and the generator was installed in 2009 both of which are undersized and do not ‘communicate’ with each other. This equipment plays a critical role in maintaining a full service to the campus for its steam needs. If the existing equipment should fail, the Tomah VA campus would lose all heat, sterilization, conditioned air, hot water, etc. Parts and service for these currently do not exist. With the new boilers and associated equipment, these are now under sized and obsolete.

II. Project Scope:

The intent of the project is to modify the existing structure to replace the existing switchgear, transfer switch, generator, transformer, and ancillary devices & utilities at building 415. All work is located at the Tomah VA Medical Center, 500 East Veterans Street, Tomah, Wisconsin. The selected general contractor shall ensure that all ancillary equipment, controls, and piping associated with each system is in accordance with the most current drawings, specifications, and state & federal requirements. Additional project specific requirements are provided below.

a. The General Contractor will provide a submittal exchange (Procore, etc.) type service. This service will be used to manage and exchange submittals through the duration of the contract. The General Contractor will be responsible to train their personnel on how to navigate the system and upload/download documents via the provided system. The General Contractor shall be responsible to provide their own internet access, computers necessary updates, up to date computer virus software, and electrical power to gain access into the system.

b. The General Contractor and appropriate subcontractors shall attend and participate in system commissioning activities. This includes but is not limited to the following systems: DDC/BAS system, fire alarm, fire suppression, lighting, plumbing, and test & balance personnel. Activities include but are not limited to filling out factory equipment start up forms, completing Commissioning Agent’s pre-functional checklists, attending commissioning meetings, perform various testing procedures as directed by the Commissioning Agent to test and validate system(s) functionality. Also, to provide training for VA personal with factory representatives of the operations and maintenance of the new systems.

c. The General Contractor shall provide all required temporary equipment, services, conduit, wire / cable, protection and security, fuel, tools, ICRA requirements, temporary lighting, and maintenance of all temporary systems / services as well as all required items listed in the specifications until the project’s closeout.

d. The General Contractor shall be responsible to maintain and capture red line drawings for all features/disciplines of work throughout the duration of construction. Drawings shall be updated at the end of each work week (at minimum). Red line drawing(s) shall be reviewed prior to and at each billing cycle.

e. The General Contractor shall also be responsible to divert and track recyclable & C&D waste streams. Scale tickets with gross and tare weights shall capture amount of C&D and recyclable material (including type of recyclable) diverted, disposed and location. Scale tickets shall be provided monthly and shall be provided prior to submitting invoicing for review and approval.

III. Codes, Regulations, and Standards:

The General Contractor shall follow the most current codes and regulations for the construction of this project, whether, or not, they have been legally adopted by an agency or jurisdiction. Errata, supplements, etc. shall be considered part of the codes. Standards and other publications referenced by the specifications shall be followed. The codes listed in the specifications may not be all inclusive. The GC shall determine the codes, regulations and agency requirements that apply to this project. And if different, the GC shall inform, in writing, the CO and the COR as soon as discovered.

IV. General Contractor’s Review of Submittals and Materials:

All submittals shall be reviewed and inspected by the General Contractor’s approved quality control personnel prior to submitting to the VA for review and approval. The General Contractor’s Quality Control (CQC) representative shall also inspect all materials delivered to the site and shall be compared to approved submittal documents and specifications for conformance to project requirements.

V. Construction Duration:

The Construction Schedule shall be as follows. Note, contractor must maintain an N+1 electrical source capacity throughout construction duration.

VI. Project Duration/Phases:

Phase 1: Pre-construction (kick-off) Meeting is anticipated to be scheduled on the effective date identified in the Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP).

Phase 2: Pre-construction A duration is LNTP +30 days (30 days in length). Within this period the contractor shall submit all material submittals related to long lead time items.

Phase 3: VA Review A duration is LNTP+60 days (30 days in length). Within this period the VA will review the material submittals regarding long lead times.

**Once the GC and VA understand the length of time required for the material long lead times, the VA may suspend the construction contract.

NTP:

Phase 4: Pre-construction B duration is NTP +90 days (30 days in length). Within this period the contractor shall submit all other submittals required of this project.

Phase 5: VA Review B duration is NTP +120 days (30 days in length). Within this period the VA will review all other submittals required of the project.

Phase 6: Active Construction Phase is NTP +330 days (210 days in length).

Phase 7: Post-Substantial Completion is NTP +375 days (45 days in length). The VA reserves for itself the final 15 days for VA review. Therefore the GC will have 30 days to complete all post-substantial completion activities.

VII. Additional Project Requirements:

a. Contractor shall maintain construction area neat and presentable. Clean construction areas daily and/or after each shift.

b. Provide detailed phased construction and utility interruptions for minimal interference with VA operations. Provide 3 weeks advance notice (in writing) prior to scheduling any utility outages.

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

d. Provide coordination drawings for review and approval prior to commencing or scheduling preparatory quality control meetings.

e. Provide complete details necessary to show all work required. Show extent of any demolition, cutting, coring, etc., required along with all necessary details for repair/restoration. Include all modifications, rerouting etc., of existing services or construction serving other areas.

f. Provide access to VA staff and other contractors not employed by the General Contractor into the space as directed by the COR.

g. Remediate damage to exterior and interior features caused from construction activities. Provide photographic time stamped documentation prior to mobilizing to the site in accordance with specifications that capture existing conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, existing built in and free-standing equipment, asphalt, curb and gutter, concrete stairs, interior and exterior brick walls, slab on grade concrete, windows, mechanical pads, and equipment.

h. Perform and follow up on final inspections. Develop punch list for corrective action. Conduct a detailed inspection including mechanical / electrical spaces, ceiling and chase cavities, and all support areas covered by the contract. Develop punch lists and monitor corrective actions. Schedule inspections prior to covering up any utility, electrical pathways, wire, ducting, piping, and below grade piping. Incorporate these activities into the construction schedule and allocate at least one full day for each inspection. Notify COR one (1) week in advance of all such scheduled inspection(s).