36C25624R0109 - Final SOW_Project 667-25-125 .doc

Statement of Work

Upgrade Inpatient Wards Isolation Rooms Exhaust System

667-25-125

I.

Statement of Work Overton Brooks VAMC has a requirement to upgrade the existing exhaust fan system that serves six infectious isolation rooms in the main hospital, building 1. The upgrade must include a new fan system with a lead/lag backup system and a bag-in bag out HEPA filter and pre filter prior to the fan inlet. Provide filters and filter house as specified in project drawings. Provide new variable frequency drives, electrical disconnects, and circuit breakers for each system. Provide actuated shutoff air damper to allow servicing on the lead/lag system while the online system continues to operate. Provide all supports describe in the project drawing to include exhaust fan roof curbs, VFD and disconnect supports, walkway pads, and exhaust fan duct guy wire and connections. Maintain existing manufacturer roof warranty during construction work and keep roofing system watertight. The new exhaust system must be tied to the building automation system to allow remote monitoring and control from the boiler plant. Provide local BAS controller on roof with LED display to allow adjustments to be made on rooftop.

Execute the phasing plan as described in the project drawings. Phasing must minimize disruption to patient care. Test and balance the air as describe in the ventilation schedule while maintaining room pressurizations. Room pressure is priority over airflow. The exhaust is sized for normal operation and future operation. TAB contractor must set the system to satisfy the airflow and pressure requirements indicated in the TAB plan. Contractor to implement all control strategies described in the control drawings while the TAB witness correct operation.

All work must be performed as specified herein and shall be in accordance with all applicable codes indicated in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Design Manuals and any other applicable codes. The Contractor must provide all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, licenses, permits, and services for completion of this project. The Contractor must be responsible for all damages to persons or property occurring as a result of the Contractor’s fault or negligence. The Contractor must be responsible for all materials delivered and work performed until completion and acceptance of the entire work.

II. Hours of Work:

Most of the work can be performed during normal business hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, Federal Holidays excluded. Any required outages needed in order to perform the work, will be scheduled at the convenience of the hospital. This may be either during business hours or after-hours work, depending on the nature of the outage and VA staffing availability. Outages will be coordinated two weeks in advance of the required outage. The hospital may relocate patients when change overs and TAB for new exhaust systems are required. Contractor must provide a two-week advice notice so the hospital makes appropriate arrangements. It is anticipated approximately 5% of work will be completed after normal business hours.

III. Period of Performance The construction portion of this project will consist of two separate periods, each of which must be preceded by a NTP issued by contracting.

1. Pre-construction period – 120 Days – Contractor to provide the following deliverables before the end of this period:

A. Submittal log of all submittals to be approved during the course of the project

B. Written statement from manufacturer on material lead time to justify submittal period

C. All submittals which are to be approved by the VA COR.

2. Construction period – All contractually required work and tests must be successfully completed within 60 calendar days of issuance of Notice to Proceed for construction.

IV. Required Submittals

The below required submittals are in addition to the submittals required by the specifications. Refer to 01 33 23 SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, and SAMPLES 1.

Construction Schedule

2.

Project Schedule of Values

3. Product submittals Submittals must be reviewed and approved by the VA prior to the start of work.

V. VA Requirements

Contractor is responsible for all necessary infection control measures to include, but not limited to dust partitions, walk-off mats, daily clean-up and final cleaning upon project completion. Contractor shall be responsible for removing all items demolished from the station. Contractor to work in accordance with the Infection Control Risk Assessment provide and in accordance with the General Requirements, Safety Requirements and Construction Waste Management specifications provided. Contractor shall follow all applicable Federal, State & Local Codes.

VI. LOCATION OF PROJECT:

Main Hospital – Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, 510 E. Stoner Ave, Shreveport, LA 71101