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Statement of Work

Replace Building 55 1st and 2nd Floor Boiler 667-25-200 I.

Statement of Work Overton Brooks VAMC has a requirement to replace the existing heating hot water boiler (HWB) in Building 55. The existing boiler serves the 1st and 2nd floor in building 55. The existing boiler has a cracked water tube which cannot easily be fully repaired due to obsolete parts. Contractor must replace the boiler with a new boiler equivalent in heating capacity and capability, normal output: 489,000 BTU/HR and normal input 600,000 BTU/HR. Number. New boiler must be capable of operating on all existing utilities such as gas, water, and electricity to prevent any utility modification to be needed. All existing boiler control devices such as pressure relief valve, ignition module, boiler safety resets must be replaced and equivalent to the capability of the existing boiler. Contractor is required to remove the existing boiler in its entirety, install new boiler, make all connections and piping accommodations for new boiler, replace electrical as needed, and provide factory authorized startup on all equipment.

Contractor must also interconnect the third-floor boiler with the first and second floor heating hot water system. This will work will facilitate the replacement of the 1st and 2nd floor boiler. Contractor is required to install and connect two new 3” copper pipes from the 4th floor attic mechanical room to the 1st floor mechanical room. Construct a chase wall to enclose the piping between the floors and core drill opening as necessary and match nearby existing paint finishes. Modify and repair all finishes to included but not limited to painting, flooring, ceiling tile and track. Relocate ductwork, grills, and HVAC components to facilitate new installation. Provide pipe hangers and floor supports as described in VA specifications. Add modulating control valves to allow the change over and floor interconnection to be controlled through the building automation system from the boiler plant. All sensors, modulating valves, and controls that are included within the project must be viewable from the BAS frontend. Install isolation valves, unions, sensors and mechanical components as shown in the drawings. Provide a test and balance agent to assist with controlling and balance the heating system after installation of all new work.

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:

Work must be performed after normal business hours (5:00pm to 4:00am) Monday through Friday, Federal Holidays excluded unless approved by the medical center. Work can be performed anytime on Saturday and Sunday when approved by the medical center. Any required outages needed to perform the work, will be scheduled at the convenience of the hospital. Outages will be coordinated two weeks in advance of the required outage. The heating hot water boiler must be replaced and brought online when the outside air temperature is above 70F. The boiler must be replaced, online, and tested on the weekend (Friday 5:00pm until Monday 7:00am).

III. Phasing

1. Interconnect the third-floor boiler with the first and second heating hot water system. Perform testing and balance.

2. Replace the existing heating hot water boiler (HWB)

3. Perform test and balance of the new HWB and perform an additional test and balance of interconnection of the hot water system.

IV. 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 – 60 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 30 calendar days of issuance of Notice to Proceed for construction.

3. It is anticipated that 50% of work will be completed after normal duty hours.

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

A. Heating Hot Water Boiler and associated control devices 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