36C25618R0788-003.docx

MICHAEL E. DEBAKEY VA MEDICAL CENTER

HOUSTON, TEXAS

Project Number: 580-18-112 Project Title: B-100 Main Entry Courtyard Upgrades for Handicap

SCOPE OF WORK

1. GENERAL

1.1. The contractor shall provide all supervision, labor, material, tools and equipment to provide B-100 Main Entry Courtyard Upgrades for Handicap at The Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Blvd Houston TX. 77030

1.2. This work will be done in phases. Each phase shall be completed before starting the next phase.

1.3. Some phases will impact vehicle access and will require coordination with security police.

1.4. The contractor is responsible for traffic control and signage while the areas are closed.

1.5. The contractor is responsible to patch and repair damage caused to adjacent areas as a result of their work.

1.6. Part of the work required will be completed after normal work hours and weekends.

2. SITE WORK

2.1. Remove existing granite pavers and sub base material as indicated on the drawings. Install new colored concrete as indicated on drawings.

2.2. Provide new ½” expansion joint where new work meet existing.

2.3. Remove existing 12 x 12 tile as indicated on the drawings including sub base material where noted. New tile shall have a DCOF Wet rating of 0.65 or greater. Provide samples of tile for selection by VA. Field and accest colors will be used to match adjacent work.

2.4. Grout shall be epoxy, color as selected by VA.

2.5. Provide backer rod and caulking at existing construction locations as required.

2.6. Remove existing granite allow new granite pavers with sub base to be installed as indicated on the drawings.

2.7. Remove existing concrete and pre cast pavers as indicated on the drawings. Replace with new concrete (colored, sandblasted).

2.8. Install new handi-cap ramps as indicated on the drawings.

2.9. Replace damaged granite on planter walls as noted on drawings. Re-caulk all joints in planter walls.

3. SUBMITTALS

3.1. Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer and COR the following prior to commencing work:

3.1.1. Quality Control Plan. Contractor shall establish a quality control plan for all work, including that of his subcontractors, to assure compliance with the contract provisions. Contractor shall submit a copy of his quality control plan concurrently with the quote.

3.1.2. Submittals shall include: Base material, expansion jt material, caulking, tile samples, granite samples for selection, concrete color selection, concrete patterns.

4. The VA will verify contractor's shop drawings, detail drawings, schedules, descriptive literature and samples, and review the color, texture and suitability of materials for conformity with the RFP Documents and construction documents.

5. CODE REQUIREMENTS

5.1. The VA will be responsible for obtaining necessary local agency approvals as required.

5.2. All work performed under this contract shall be in accordance with the VA Master Specifications (

5.3. http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/spec.asp) listed below:

5.3.1. Division 01 – General requirements

5.3.2. Division 02 – Existing Conditions

5.3.3. Division 03 – Concrete

5.3.4. Division 09 - Finishes

5.3.5. Division 31 – Earthwork

5.3.6. Division 32 – Exterior Improvments

5.4. All work shall comply with all local, state, and federal rules and regulations. In the event of a code discrepancy the stricter of the ordinances shall prevail.

6. WARRANTIES

6.1. One year warranty will begin from the date of project completion.

7. WORK SCHEDULE

7.1. Mobilization will only occur after all plans, submittals, and equipment are approved by the COR.

7.2. The work will be done in phases as indicated above in general requirements.

7.3. Work shall commence upon receipt of a Notice to Proceed from the government and shall be completed within 120 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed.

8. WORK LOCATION AND RESTRICTIONS

8.1. The work site location is Building 100 area at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center.

8.2. All work shall be done between the hours of 7:00 am and 11:30 pm Monday through Sunday, excluding federal holidays, unless other times are arranged in advance and approved in writing by the COR. When the contractor’s work interferes with hospital functions, such as when work produces excessive noise, odors, dust, utility service interruptions, or other interferences with normal hospital operations that cannot be contained within the area of work, the contractor shall schedule said work at other than normal hours and as directed by the COR at no additional cost to the government.

8.3. Some of the work will be required to start after 6:00 pm.

9. PARKING

9.1. Parking is rigidly controlled throughout the Medical Center. Contractor parking is only allowed in authorized areas. Contractor shall abide by all police requirements. Parking in designated patient parking areas is strictly prohibited. Parking for unloading equipment necessary to perform the work will be authorized in advance of starting the project.

10. STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS

10.1. The contractor shall arrange with the Project Manager for allocation of required workspace and for the storage of equipment and material to be used for this project. Storage space is very limited. There are no exclusive areas within the campus that can be given to the contractor for their storage needs.

10.2. Additionally, no space will be made available for the placement of a contractor trailer for this project. The Contractor should schedule delivery of materials to limit the amount of storage space and time.

11. DEBRIS REMOVAL

11.1. Contractor shall remove waste materials and debris daily from the campus. All waste material and debris shall be removed off the site by the contractor and shall be disposed of in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations. All recyclable materials shall be recycled and weight tickets provided to the COR.

12. SITE UTILITIES

12.1. The Contractor shall note this scope of work does not detail all existing structures, utilities, or components that may potentially interfere with the contract work required. All proposed utility relocations, reallocations, and shutdowns shall be approved by the COR prior to commencing such work. The contractor shall field verify all existing utility installations and take appropriate action prior to working around any potential utility installation.

12.2. In the event a shutdown, restriction, or interruption of any utility services is required, a written request shall be submitted to the COR with a minimum of 72 hours’ notice. Requests shall be approved by the COR prior to commencing work.

13. PROJECT SAFETY

13.1. Contractor shall comply with the following and keep a copy of the attached on site at all times:

13.1.1. OSHA

13.1.2. Interim Life Safety Measure Assessment (completed on site by phase)

13.1.3. Infection Control Risk Assessment (completed on site by phase)

13.1.4. Hot work Permits, required as needed

13.1.5. Confined Space Permits, required as needed

14. INTERIM LIFE SAFETY PROTECTION MEASURES

14.1. Contractor is not required to prepare a formal interim life safety measures plan for this project. At a minimum, contractor shall comply with the following requirements of an interim life safety measures and fire protection plan:

14.1.1. Maintain the construction area to minimize the potential for fire or safety hazards resulting from storage of construction material, construction waste and debris during construction operations.

15. PREVENTION OF FALSE FIRE ALARMS

15.1. Contractor shall comply with the requirements of MEDVAMC and as directed by the COR to prevent false fire alarms.

16. MATERIAL & WORKMANSHIP QUALITY

16.1. All materials and workmanship shall comply with all codes, standards, and recommendations of all Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). All work shall be done in a first class manner according to the best trade practices and to the satisfaction of the COR.

16.2. The Contractor shall provide VA personnel with the necessary training to properly operate all provided equipment and systems. Additionally, the Contractor shall provide complete maintenance service support during the warranty period. All maintenance service shall be performed by factory trained, English speaking, technically qualified servicemen and shall be responsible for recording all work actions in the customer’s maintenance log book. Contractor’s warranty maintenance service support shall include all parts, service, labor, travel time, and expense to perform both preventive and corrective maintenance on the new turnkey installation.

17. SECURITY

17.1. All contractor personnel are subject to inspection of personal effects when entering or leaving the project site.

17.2. A&A requirements do not apply and a Security Accreditation Package is not required.

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