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MICHAEL E. DEBAKEY VA MEDICAL CENTER

HOUSTON, TEXAS

Project Number: 580-18-104 Project Title: USP 800

SCOPE OF WORK

1. GENERAL

1.1. The contractor shall provide all supervision, labor, material, tools and equipment to provide USP 800 compliant clean room at Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Blvd Houston TX. 77030

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

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

2. Phase 1 DEMOLITION

2.1. Remove all wall, doors and partitions as shown in drawings.

2.2. Remove existing floor, ceiling and lighting as shown in drawings.

2.3. Remove existing cabinets on room 4C-328.

2.4. Contractor shall remove existing electrical receptacles, light switches, conductors, conduits and related material as shown in drawings.

2.5. Remove existing HVAC system as shown on drawings.

3. Phase 1

3.1. Architectural

3.1.1. Install new carpeted flooring and cove base in rooms 4C-327 and 4C-330 per finishes schedule, specifications and drawings.

3.1.2. Install new suspended ceiling system in room 4C-323, 4C-327 and 4C-330 per finishes schedule, specifications and drawings.

3.1.3. Install new doors and new frames in room 4C-323, 4C-330 per finishes, specifications and drawings.

3.1.4. Install new walls with level 5 finish in rooms 4C-323, 4C-327 and 4C-330. Prime and paint with 2 coats as per finishes schedule and specifications.

3.1.5. Interior partitions between the pharmacy and surrounding spaces shall be 15-minute forced entry construction and extend from slab to slab.

3.1.6. All surrounding partitions and walls, floor, and ceiling shall be permanently constructed and attached to each other. To provide visual evidence of attempted entry, all construction, to include above the false ceiling and below a raised floor, shall be done in such a manner as to provide visual evidence of unauthorized penetration.

3.1.7. Partitions and walls surrounding the perimeter of the pharmacy shall be reinforced, slab-to-slab, with 9-gauge expanded metal. The expanded metal shall be spot welded every 6 inches (150 mm) to vertical and horizontal metal supports of 16-gauge or greater thickness that has been solidly and permanently attached to the true floor and true ceiling.

3.1.8. Install new resinous specialty glazed coating systems for walls and ceiling on rooms 4C-324, 4C-325, 4C-326 and 4C-327 as detailed in specifications, finishes schedule and drawings.

3.1.9. Install new resinous high performance decorative mortar flooring (Epoxy Based) in rooms 4C-324, 4C-325, 4C-326 and 4C-327 as detailed in specifications, finishes schedule and drawings. Flooring shall include red demarcation lines shown in drawings.

3.1.10. Seal all penetrations to rooms to an airtight seal in rooms 4C-324, 4C-325, 4C-326 and 4C-327 with Chem Link M-1 CR clean room sealant. Applicable Performance Standards ASTM C920, Type S, Grade NS, Class 25, Uses NT, T1, M, G, A, and O. Federal Specification TT-S-00230-C Type II, Class B Corps of Engineers CRD-C-541, Type II, Class B Canadian Standards Board CAN 19, 13-M82.

3.1.11. Provide and install airtight gaskets to all room receptacles and light switches.

3.1.12. Provide new air tight stainless steel 24” x 24” gasketed access doors to all serviceable equipment in rooms 4C-324, 4C-325, 4C-326 and 4C-327. This to include fan filter units, electrical junction boxes, speakers, strobes and receptacles.

3.1.13. Provide and install new Terra Universal Pass-Through; 316L SS, CleanMount BioSafe, 12"W x 12"D x 12"H, Isolated Interlock, Wall Mounted. Units shall be installed as per drawings and specifications.

3.1.14. Provide and install new Pacific Bulletproof Acrylic package receiver 14"W x 14"D x 14"H, Isolated Interlock, Wall Mounted. Bullet resistance Polycarbonate Level 3 1-1/4” thick, BR1250 laminate. Units shall be installed as per drawings and specifications.

3.1.15. Provide and install four new wall system with sliding door as shown on drawing and specifications. New door system shall be Nabco Model GT1175 with a door opening of 48”W x 92” H in room . For room 4C-324 Nabco Model GT1175 with a door opening of 36” W and 84” H in room. Units shall be clean room compatible, proper documentation from manufacturers is required as proof. Contractor shall place and interlock between doors in rooms 4C-325, 326 and 327. Provide touchless stainless actuators.

3.1.16. Provide and install new millwork as shown on drawings and specifications.

3.2. Fire Protection

3.2.1. Relocate existing sprinkler heads as per drawings and specifications. Addition of sprinkler head will be required.

3.2.2. Provide and install new sprinkler heads.

3.2.3. Provide and install new horn/strobes as required per VA specifications.

3.2.4. Provide new loudspeakers DNH Model BPF-560CR (T) loudspeaker for rooms 4C-325,326 and 327.

3.3. Electrical

3.3.1. Provide new hospital grade electrical receptacles as shown in drawings and specifications.

3.3.2. Provide new lighting control equipment as per drawings and specifications.

3.3.3. Provide new clean room light fixtures Kurtzon Klean-Lock Cleanroom Series Model KL-R-3-2x4-3/LED9-30K-277V in room 4C-324, 4C-325, 4C-326 and 4C-327. Light fixture shall comply with specifications.

3.3.4. Provide dedicated critical power circuit for each dedicated hood receptacles as indicated in drawing and specifications. Contractor might reuse existing dedicated circuit for pharmacy, coordination need to be schedule with COR on when to terminate wirings.

3.3.5. Provide new conductors and conduits for all new electrical connection as shown in drawings.

3.3.6. Provide dedicated critical power circuit and connection to new fan filter units in room 4C-325, 4C-326 and 4C-327. Provide each unit with a disconnect switch above ceiling in workroom 4C-323. For more details see drawings and specification.

3.3.7. Provide dedicated 120V 50A single hospital grade receptacle for new IV robot in room 4C-327. Please provide new low voltage transformer and new electrical breaker panel to suite this installation.

3.4. Mechanical

3.4.1. Provide new fan filter units Price Model FFU Room side replaceable filter, backward curved wheel, EC Motor in rooms 4C-325, 4C-326 and 4C-327. Units shall be install per drawings, they shall include installation of new controller and it should be integrated into our building automation system (METASYS). User shall be able to operate fan filter units and all parameter related from the BAS.

Unit shall have following included options

· 2x4 units size

· 115 volts

· BACnet Flow Controller.

· Stainless Steel 304 Plenum & Knife Edge Frame

· Stainless Steel 304 Perf screen and inner face

· Motor blower roomside access

· Stainless Steel Plenum Finish

· Stainless Steel Face Finish

· HEPA Filter 99.99%

· Disconnect Switch

· 12” In Round inlet collar.

· ½ inch roomside aerosol injection port

· Filter and motor status tricolor face mounted LED lights.

· BACnect router

· IP Ethernet Router

· Aluminum Plaster frame

3.4.2. Provide new Strobic Air Tri-Stack hood exhaust system to serve rooms 4C-324, 4C-325 and 4C-326. System shall count with a backup fan, with a minimum of two fan for the arrangement. Include Tri-Stack Smart system and integrate the controller to BAS (Metasys), provide and installed variable frequency drive (VFD) to each fan. Provide and install static pressure sensors as per manufacturers. See drawings, specification and provided manufacturers information details.

3.4.3. Provide new terminal unit boxes as per drawings, specifications and schedule.

3.4.4. Remove and discard ductwork, TU boxes, dampers, and other equipment as indicated in drawing and specifications.

3.4.5. Provide new HVAC ductwork as per drawings and specifications.

3.4.6. Provide new air distribution device as indicate in drawings and specifications. Low wall return grille shall be place 6” above finished floor.

3.4.7. Provide and install new single duct terminal units as per drawings and specifications.

3.4.8. Provide and install new venturi valves as shown on drawings and specifications. Venturi valves shall be Phoenix Accel II medium pressure rated for the CFM on drawings. Valves shall have Celeris controller with high speed actuator.

3.4.9. Provide new Vantage airflow control system to monitor, control and modify functioning of the all venturi valves, reheat coils, sach sensors, temperature sensor, humidity sensor, and pressure monitor. Vantange system shall be set up to be integrated into existing BAS and should have capability of a standalone system. System will include 2 BSC, 14 venturi valves, 4 diferential pressure monitors, 4 thermostats, and 4 humidity sensors.

3.4.10. Provide new phoenix Sach Sensor, fume hood displays, and venturi valves to all new hood. There will be a total of 2 BSC and 1 LFWS for this project.

3.4.11. Provide and install new duct mounted reheat coil for rooms 4C-324, 4C-325 4C-226 and 4C-327. Provide BACnet compatible DDC control valves. System shall be compatible with new Vantage control system.

3.4.12. Provide and install new independent temperature controls for all rooms as depicted in drawings. Thermostats shall include relative humidity sensor.

3.4.13. Provide a pressure differential monitors in rooms 4c-324, 4C-325 and 4C-326. Pressure monitor shall have a color display, and shall be BACnet compatible. Monitor shall be integrated to the BAS system and shall be able to display current temperature, humidity, air changes per hour, pressure differential, occupancy mode, airflow offset. System shall be program to provide visual and audible local alarm as well as remote BAS alarm in the energy control center. Alarms shall be for out of range temperature, humidity, ACH, pressure differential.

3.4.14. Provide programming, equipment, and labor to integrate all HVAC equipment serving all rooms to BAS. This shall include new graphics, control points, control sequence, test and balancing to comply with USP 800 environmental parameters.

3.5. Plumbing

3.5.1. Provide and install two 316 stainless steel sinks as indicated in drawings and specifications. All penetrations shall be sealed and airtight.

3.5.2. Provide and install new hot and cold-water supply lines to new sinks as indicated in drawings and specifications.

3.5.3. Provide new waste water drain connections to new sinks, as indicated in drawings and specifications.

3.5.4. Provide battery powered touchless sensors to new sinks.

3.5.5. Provide and install two eye washing stations attached to new sinks.

3.6. Security

3.6.1. Provide, install and integrate new security touch pad on entrance to room 4C-323, as shown in drawings and specifications.

3.7. Communications

3.7.1. Provide and install new data/phone drops as shown in drawings and specifications.

3.7.2. Provide and install a new hardwire intercom system from alpha communication model SS201 Clean Room Membrane Type Master Stations as shown in drawings and specifications. Intercom shall provide communication between room 4C-323, 4C-324, 4C-325, 4C-326 and 4C-327. System shall be able to communicate with all station at the same time and shall be clean room type face plates.

3.7.3. Provide and install new clean room clocks from manufacturer Instrukart Clock Model AI-CL1 in rooms 4C-323, 4C-324, 4C-325, 4C-326 and 4C-327.

3.8. Commissioning, testing and balancing.

3.8.1. Integrate all HVAC controls to existing BAS. Balancing and adjustment shall be made to meet VA requirement parameters.

3.8.2. Venturi valves shall me programmed to maintain a differential pressure between room as depicted by USP 800 and USP 797. The programed shall have a minimum ACH into the system.

3.8.3. Contractor shall hire a third-party certification contractor to certify room on USP 797 and USP 800 standards. Contractor shall take corrective action in case of room is unable to pass certification, until rooms are certified. Contractor shall be liable of all visit of certifier until proper certification is achieved.

3.8.4. Contractor shall be required to have a balancing sub-contractor to assist during installation of new biological safety cabinets and robot. Two new biological safety cabinets and robot will be installed by other and will need to adjust and balance HVAC system to allow certifications.

4. Phase 2

4.1. Demolition

4.1.1. Remove existing vinyl floor as shown in drawings.

4.1.2. Remove existing cabinets on room 4C-321.

4.1.3. Remove existing sliding door assembly in room 4C-321A.

4.1.4. Decontaminate and remove one biological safety cabinet and one aseptic compounding isolator in room 4C-321A. Contractor performing this work shall be qualified and used proper personal protection equipment. These hoods are used for antineoplastic drugs.

4.1.5. Contractor shall remove existing electrical receptacles, light switches, conductors, conduits and related material as shown in drawings.

4.1.6. Remove existing alarm system and card reader system in room 4C-321.

4.1.7. Remove existing HVAC system as shown on drawings. This will include removal of existing fan filter units, differential pressure monitors, and exhaust fans.

4.1.8. Remove existing plumbing fixtures in room 4C-321, this includes removal of existing sink, isolation valves, and related piping back to source.

4.1.9. Demolish existing gypsum board ceiling as shown in drawings.

4.1.10. Remove existing lights in room 4C-321.

4.2. Architectural

4.2.1. Install new carpeted flooring and cove base per finishes schedule, specifications and drawings.

4.2.2. Install new suspended ceiling system per finishes schedule, specifications and drawings.

4.2.3. Patch walls and provide level 5 finish in rooms 4C-321 and 4C-321A. Prime and paint with 2 coats as per finishes schedule and specifications.

4.3. Electrical

4.3.1. Provide new lighting as shown in drawings and specifications.

4.3.2. Provide new hospital grade electric receptacle as shown in drawings and specifications.

4.3.3. Provide new lighting controls for room 4C-321.

4.4. Mechanical

4.4.1. Provide new HVAC devices and ductwork as shown in drawings and specifications.

4.4.2. Provide new thermostat for room 4C-321 as shown in drawings and specifications.

4.4.3. Provide new air distribution devices.

4.5. Communications

4.5.1. Provide new data/phone drops receptacles as shown in drawings and specifications.

5. SUBMITTALS

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

5.1.1. 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.

6. The VA will review 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.

7. CODE REQUIREMENTS

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

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

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

7.3.1. Division 01 – General requirements

7.3.2. Division 02 – Existing Conditions

7.3.3. Division 07 – Thermal and moisture protection

7.3.4. Division 08 - Doors and Window

7.3.5. Division 09 – Finishes

7.3.6. Division 10 – Specialties

7.3.7. Division 21 - Fire Suppression

7.3.8. Division 22 – Plumbing

7.3.9. Division 23 – HVAC

7.3.10. Division 26 – Electrical

7.3.11. Division 27 – Communications

7.3.12. Division 28 – Electronic Safety and Security

7.4. 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.

8. WARRANTIES

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

9. WORK SCHEDULE

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

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

10. WORK LOCATION AND RESTRICTIONS

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

10.2. VA’s Normal Working Hours are 7:00 am to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Contractor may work earlier or later in the day and on weekends or federal holidays with the COR’s approval at no additional cost to the VA. Noise disturbances and utility shutdowns/tie-ins shall be coordinated with the COR and not interfere with VA daily operations.

10.3. Some of the work will be required to be done starting after 6:00 pm.

11. PARKING

11.1. 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.

12. STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS

12.1. 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.

12.2. 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.

13. DEBRIS REMOVAL

13.1. 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.

14. SITE UTILITIES

14.1. 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.

14.2. 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.

15. PROJECT SAFETY

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

15.1.1. OSHA

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

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

15.1.4. Hot work Permits, required as needed

15.1.5. Confined Space Permits, required as needed

16. INTERIM LIFE SAFETY PROTECTION MEASURES

16.1. 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:

16.1.1. 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.

17. PREVENTION OF FALSE FIRE ALARMS

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

18. MATERIAL & WORKMANSHIP QUALITY

18.1. 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.

18.2. 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.

19. SECURITY

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

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

19.3. Contract workers under this project may require an identification badge from the VA before the start of construction work at the Houston VAMC. There is no charge for these badges; however, it may be required for each contract employee to make multiple trips to the Human Resources office located on campus.

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