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554-21-101

36C259 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office

NCO 19

6162 South Willow Drive, Suite 300 Greenwood Village CO 80111

36C259 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office

NCO 19

6162 South Willow Drive, Suite 300 Greenwood Village CO 80111 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C25920Q0229

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The purpose of this Amendment is to add the updated SOW for this project.

Install RMR Eyewash Stations Project – 554-21-101 Rocky Mountain Regional Veterans Affairs Medical Center (RMRVAMC)

1.0 - OBJECTIVE

The Department of Veteran’s Affairs has a requirement to install eyewash-stations at the Rocky Mountain Regional Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center (RMRVAMC), located at 1700 N. Wheeling St., Aurora CO 80045. The objective of the project is to remove specified eyewash stations and install replacement/additional units, mixing valves, faucets and other associated plumbing parts.

All contractor-provided system components shall be provided to optimize performance and require low-maintenance. The affected buildings are occupied and in use. The work may require the removal and reinstallation of mechanical and electrical equipment which shall be coordinated with the Facilities Management Services (FMS). Equipment down-times shall be kept to a minimum and be scheduled with applicable departments and the project COR in writing two (2) weeks in advance for equipment downtime.

2.0 – STATEMENT OF WORK

Tasks the contractor shall complete include but are not limited to:

Plumbing 1.) All work shall be performed during the days and times approved by the COR pending user approval. Any deviations or conflicts in schedule must be rescheduled and approved in writing by COR. Scheduling guidelines are listed in section 16.00 – Hours of Work.

2.) All work shall be turned over continuously as completed. Work shall be performed in such a manner to keep the areas being worked to a minimum while maximizing productivity and turnover of areas being worked on. No areas should remain down.

3.) Contractor shall field verify existing conditions prior to performing any work.

4.) Install new fixtures in locations specified; using approved fixtures and mixing-valves specified below, or equivalent. All locations shall be reviewed and approved by VA-Safety dept. and the COR.

a. EW/DH = Eyewash with Drench Hose with Thermostatic Mixing Valve (TMV) = Speakman Model SEF-9000-TW-CK.

b. FM = Faucet Mounted Eyewash with TMV = Speakman Model SEF-1000-CA-TW

c. SH = Emergency Shower and TMV = Speakman Model SE-227 and Speakman Model SEF-362

d. COM = Combination Shower and Eyewash = Speakman Model SE-697

e. FMR = Remove existing faucet mounted eyewash = Varies. Replace with existing manufacturer type or equivalent less eyewash function.

5.) All locations shall be supplied with tempered water via ASSE 1071 certified TMVs. Building B has an existing tempered water distribution system so fixtures in BS-111 and BS-115 shall not require a separate TMV at the new fixture.

6.) Remove faucet mounted eyewash in locations specified. Where faucet mounted eyewashes are not replaced with another type of faucet mounted eyewash, replace faucet with standard faucet to match existing type less eyewash function.

7.) All new fixtures and fixture moves shall be caulked smooth, impervious, free from cracks and crevices, and non-shedding particulate shedding.

8.) Patch & paint drywall around new fixtures. Wall finishes must match existing in each instance.

9.) Eyewash signage shall be approved by the COR and installed in each location.

10.) Drench hose shall be restricted to not reach below the flood level rim of the sink or include an integral check valve.

11.) There are five locations where new fixtures shall be installed where no fixture currently exists. In these locations (BS-111, BS-115. DS-102, KS-100, and BP-102), insulated and surface mounted domestic water supply lines shall be tied-in to the nearest connection points. See Plumbing Shop Drawings of interstitial spaces.

a. In BS-111 a combination safety shower and eyewash shall be installed in the SE corner of the room. Tempered water shall be supplied from the existing tempered water system in Building B. Tie-in at the 1-1/2” main line in the service level interstitial and run a single insulated 1-1/4” supply line to the shower with isolation valve. Total length of tempered supply line including elevation changes is less than 50’ and will require a single penetration through the firewall between the interstitial and BS-111. Fire stop caulking shall be required at wall penetration.

b. In BS-115 a drench/eyewash hose shall be installed on column D4. Tempered water shall be supplied from the existing tempered water system in Building B. Tie-in downstream of the 1-1/4” emergency shower isolation valve directly North of the installation. Run a single insulated 1/2” supply line to the drench hose. Total length of tempered supply line including elevation changes is less than 40’ and will require a single penetration through the floor between the interstitial and BS-111. Fire stop caulking shall be required at floor penetration.

c. In DS-102 a drench/eyewash hose shall be installed near the door on West wall. DCW is available near installation location. DHW shall be supplied from the main line in the interstitial. Tie-in with new isolation valve near where the existing 1-1/2” DCW tie-in. Run new insulated ½” DHW parallel to the existing 1-1/2” DCW supply. Total length of new DHW supply line including elevation changes is less than 30’ and will require a single penetration through the floor between the interstitial and DS-111. Fire stop caulking shall be required at floor penetration.

d. In KS-100 install an emergency shower in the alcove next to the existing eyewash sink. Tie-in to 1” DHW and DCW to supply TMV for shower downstream of existing isolation valve in adjacent corridor. Total length of each new 1” DHW and DCW supply line including elevation changes is less than 20’ and will require two penetrations through the fire wall between the corridor and KS-100. Fire stop caulking shall be required at floor penetration. Line walls of alcove below shower head height with FRP to protect walls from water damage.

e. In BP-102 install a drench/eyewash with TMV. Tie-in to DCW and DHW in adjacent corridor. Total length of each new 3/4” DHW and DCW supply lines. DHW run is less than 50’ including elevation change. DCW is less than 20’ including elevation changes. Install will require two penetrations through the fire wall between the corridor and KS-100. Fire stop caulking shall be required at wall penetrations.

Electrical 1.) At room D2-213 (SE area of level 2) of Building D/ Diagnostic & Treatment, a controlled-temperature room exists with an eyewash-shower adjacent to it. The NEMA-1 disconnect that powers this room resides within 2’ of the shower (see included photos).

· Provide temporary power supply with SO cord to control panel for Temperature Controlled Room D2-213 from J-box in ceiling above disconnect.

· Relocate existing disconnect to the opposite side (east) side of the door to temperature-controlled room.

· Any unused opening left in the disconnect or control panel from reworking conduit entries shall be plugged with a ¾”, exterior-grade KO-closure.

· Reroute critical (purple) conduit accordingly on the exterior, northern wall of controlled-temperature room. ICRA Class 3 protocols in this location.

2.) At room CS-231 (12-SV-K4-01, NW corner of PVN loading area) Hazardous Materials Storage/ Spill Containment & Flammable Storage, there are existing electrical components adjacent to an eyewash station. They consist of thermostats controlling heat-trace equipment.

· Relocate electrical assemblies further west down the same wall to provide an area free from electrical hazards in the vicinity of the eyewash (see included photos).

Carpentry 1.) Cabinet locations shown on included drawings require upper cabinets to be removed and replaced with half height upper cabinets.

2.) Remove and replace a total of (6) six cabinets at the following locations:

· D1-253

· E3-293

· H1-124

· H3-226A

· K2-231A

· K3-233A

Building A – South Clinic 1.) Remove (1) one (FMR) faucet mounted eyewash station to a total of (1) one location.

2.) Add (7) seven (EW/DH) eyewash drench hose stations to a total of (7) seven locations.

Building B – Research 1.) Add (1) one (COM) safety shower fixed stand eyewash station to a total of (1) one location.

2.) Add (7) seven (EW/DH) eyewash drench hose stations to a total of (7) seven locations.

Building C – Concourse 1.) Replace (2) two (FM) faucet mounted eyewash station to a total of (2) two locations.

2.) Add (6) five (EW/DH) eyewash drench hose stations to a total of (6) six locations.

3.) Relocate electrical (EE) in (1) one location.

Building D – Diagnostic & Treatment South 1.) Add (8) eight (FM) faucet mounted eyewash station to a total of (8) eight locations.

2.) Remove (13) thirteen (FMR) faucet mounted eyewash stations in a total of (13) thirteen locations.

3.) Add (10) ten (EW/DH) eyewash drench hose stations to a total of (10) ten locations.

4.) Relocate (EE) electrical in (1) one location.

Building E – Central Clinic 1.) Add (1) one (FM) faucet mounted eyewash station to a total of (1) one location.

2.) Add (6) six (EW/DH) eyewash drench hose stations to a total of (6) six locations.

Building F – Diagnostic & Treatment North 1.) Add (7) seven (FM) faucet mounted eyewash station to a total of (7) seven locations.

2.) Remove (6) six (FMR) faucet mounted eyewash station in a total of (6) six locations.

3.) Add (10) ten (EW/DH) eyewash drench hose stations to a total of (10) ten locations.

Building G – North Clinic 1.) Add (6) six (EW/DH) eyewash drench hose stations to a total of (6) six locations.

Building H – Inpatient South 1.) Add (5) five (FM) faucet mounted eyewash station to a total of (5) five locations.

2.) Add (9) nine (EW/DH) eyewash drench hose stations to a total of (9) nine locations.

Building K – Inpatient North 1.) Add (1) one (SH) emergency shower to a total of (1) one location.

2.) Add (3) three (FM) faucet mounted eyewash station to a total of (3) three locations.

3.) Remove (2) two (FMR) faucet mounted eyewash station in a total of (2) two locations.

4.) Add (6) six (EW/DH) eyewash drench hose stations to a total of (6) six locations.

Inpatient Buildings have two Housekeeping Closets serving each floor. At no time shall both be worked on at the same time. One per floor shall always be accessible and fully functional.

3.0 – GENERAL

The Dept. of Veterans Affairs (VA) requires strict adherence to the Code of Federal Regulations 29, Part 1926. This includes the requirement that the contractor have a “Competent Person” on the job at all times (must have a 30-hour OSHA card), and that all contractor employees have received a minimum of ten (10) hours of OSHA construction safety training. Documentation of these requirements shall be submitted and approved prior to performing the work.

Contractor must submit a company Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) that must be approved by VA Safety prior to work beginning. This plan shall detail fire, construction, and health-related safety measures, in addition to listing Training Records for all employees for the previous year. A company standard or boilerplate safety plan will not be acceptable – plan should contain a detailed hazard analysis for each element of construction to be performed such as an Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) or Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).

This entire project shall conform to 100% of all VA standards and specifications, OSHA, AIA Construction Guidelines, Joint Commission Environment of Care Standards, and applicable building codes.

The Contractor shall be responsible for the health and safety of their own employees. The VA will inform the Contractor of any hazards such as designated permit confined spaces, electrical hazards, etc. which may affect Contractor employees. The Contractor must take precautions appropriate for the safety of their employees as well as provide equipment necessary for these actions. Contractor employees will notify the VA Representative before entering a designated permit required confined space, so precautions can be taken in advance of the work.

The Contractor shall hold harmless and indemnify the Government against any and all liability, claims, and costs of whatsoever kind and nature for injury to or death of any person or persons and for loss or damage to any property occurring in connection with, in any way incident to, or arising out of the occupancy , use, service, operation or performance of work under the terms of the contract, resulting in whole or in part from the negligence acts or omissions of the Contractor, any subcontractor, or any employee, agent, or representative of the Contractor or subcontractor

The Contractor is responsible for protection of existing finishes, and VA property (FF&E), located in the areas preventative maintenance and repair work is being performed, as well as along paths of travel to and from these areas. Both exterior and interior finishes and property must be maintained. The contractor is liable for any damage to VA property during the course of the contract. Any damage to existing finishes must be repaired by the Contractor to equal or greater quality than existing finishes. All tasks accomplished by the Contractor personnel will be performed to preclude damage or disfigurement of government-owned furnishing, fixtures, equipment and architectural or building structures. Contractor will report any damage or disfigurement to these items when caused by the Contractor’s personnel and will perform repairs or replace government-owned equipment, fixtures, furnishings, grounds and architectural or building structures to their previously existing condition.

4.0 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Based on the above list of work items the, general contractor selected must complete, maintain, and submit the following documentation and managerial requirements:

1. Construction schedule including sequencing and durations.

· The schedule will be provided to the COR ten (10) working days prior to the start of work.

2. Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) with an emphasis on, but not limited to, plumbing demolition, installation and safety. The SSSP must:

· Include a detailed description of how the work will be performed and be submitted with sketches, supporting documents, submittals etc.

· Include a Job-Safety-Analysis (JSA) for all tasks associated with Statement of Work (SOW)

· Be approved by VA-Safety prior to commencement of work.

3. Maintain site supervision by a competent individual(s) with OSHA-30 certificates. OSHA-30 certified technician shall be onsite anytime work is being performed.

4. Obtain VA identification PIV badges for all employees. Contractor to consider lead-time for badge procurement.

5. Manage job-site access and security.

6. Implement and maintain required ICRA and ILSM measures.

5.0 – SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

This is the most up to date information available at this time. Contractor shall be required to field verify current conditions and accuracy of most current documentation.

1. 01-PP-100-D Rev 2

2. 01-PP-101-B Rev 2

3. 01-PP-101-D Rev 2

4. 02-PP-100 Rev 2

5. 02-PP-101 Rev 2

6. 02-PP-102 Rev 2

7. 02-PP-103 Rev 2

8. 02-PP-104 Rev 2

9. 03-PP-100-A Rev 2

10. 03-PP-100-B Rev 2

11. 03-PP-101-A Rev 2

12. 03-PP-101-B Rev 3

13. 03-PP-102-A Rev 2

14. 03-PP-102-B Rev 2

15. 03-PP-103-A Rev 2

16. 03-PP-103-B Rev 2

17. 04.PP.100 Rev 3

18. 04.PP.101 Rev 3

19. 04.PP.102 Rev 2

20. 04.PP.103 Rev 2

21. 05-PP-100 Rev 2

22. 05-PP-101 Rev 3

23. 05-PP-102 Rev 2

24. 05-PP-103 Rev 2

25. 08.PP.101 Rev 2

26. 08.PP.102 Rev 2

27. 08.PP.103 Rev 2

28. 09-PP-101 Rev 2

29. 09-PP-102 Rev 2

30. 09-PP-103 Rev 2

31. 10-PP-101 Rev 2

32. 10-PP-102 Rev 2

33. 10-PP-103 Rev 2

34. 10-PP-104 Rev 2

35. 12.XX.100-B Rev 2

36. RKM.05.PP.100.1-W

37. AMC.02.PP.100.1-A

38. AMC.03.PP.100.1-B3

VA Specification Sections:

00 01 10 – Table of Contents 01 00 00 – General requirements 01 33 23 – Shop Drawings 01 35 26 – Safety Requirements 01 42 19 – Reference Standards 22 05 11 – Common Work Results for Plumbing 22 05 23 – General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Systems 22 11 00 – Facility Water Distribution 26 05 11 – Requirements for Electrical Installations 26 05 33 – Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Installations 26 24 16 – Panelboards 26 05 26 – Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Installations 26 29 21 – Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers

6.0 – CODE & REGULATION COMPLIANCE

The Contractor shall comply with the public laws and statutes including all changes and amendments of federal, state and local environmental statutes and regulations in effect of date of issuance of this delivery order, including, the applicable portions of the documents cited in the basic contract and below.

1. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

2. NFPA 99-2015 Healthcare Facilities Code

3. NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code

4. International Code Council (ICC): IBC: International Building, 2015

5. Building Officials and Code Administrators International (BOCA), 1999

6. International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO): UBC 1997: Uniform Building Code

7. 29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards

8. 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

9. Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)

10. Underwriters Laboratories

11. 2018 International Plumbing Code

12. SBCCI Standard Plumbing Code

7.0 – SUBMITTALS

Contractor shall submit the following prior to beginning scope of work:

1. Project schedule with sequencing, durations, phasing, and cost loading within 10 working days of Notice to Proceed (NTP), and monthly with invoices.

2. Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP)

· SSSP to be submitted to VA Safety staff for review 10 working days after issuance of NTP.

· SSSP to be approved by VA Safety staff prior to start of construction activities.

3. Construction Demolition Removal / Handover Plan

4. Inspection reports, manufacturer approval certificates, and warranties as noted in specifications.

5. Penetration and or hot work permits as necessary.

6. Manufacturer and construction warranties as noted in specifications.

7. Project Schedule including sequencing and durations.

8. SOV – Schedule of Value

9. The schedule will be provided to COR 10 working days prior to start of the work.

10. Site superintendent OSHA-30, and tradesmen/laborer OSHA-10 certificates. OSHA-30 certified technician shall be onsite anytime work is being performed.

11. Material Submittals – Submit for COR approval

12. Manufacturer’s specifications for all materials and equipment planned for installation.

13. Inspection reports, manufacturer approval certificates, and warranties as noted in specifications.

14. Physical and electronic Redline drawings of the completed work.

Technical literature and/or descriptions of all materials, equipment and tools proposed for use by the Contractor shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer or his/her designee for approval prior to contract start and whenever a change is required. All Contractor-furnished materials, equipment and tools used shall be standard products all manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such items. The Contractor shall secure all materials. The Government assumes no liability for loss of or damage to Contractor-owned property held upon Government premises.

Contractor shall submit hours worked, full report of completed piping which shall include: location, hours worked, the full name of Contractor’s employees on site, and digital photographs before and after work is completed. Reports shall be submitted within one day upon completion of work performed. Contractor will provide a completed redline drawing of the completed routing of piping. If necessary, a secondary report shall be submitted after any repairs outside of the “Work Required” have been completed. Reports shall be provided in hard copy as well as in an agreeable and compatible electronic format such as, but not limited to, pdf or Microsoft Word.

8.0 – ELECTRONIC/ DIGITAL DELIVERABLES

· CD set with above documents (Report, Summary Report, Handwritten Notes) in a PDF format.

· An electronic copy of redline drawings of the completed work in the latest AutoCAD version.

9.0 – RESOURCES

The Government will not furnish any resources for the fulfillment of the work required under this contract other than electricity for area where work is being conducted. Under this contract, the contractor must provide all tools, equipment, materials, transportation, professional expertise, personnel, supervision, and for testing and maintenance required for completion of this contract.

Contractor shall provide all necessary parts and equipment to complete the objective of this contract in accordance with manufacturer specifications. All new equipment including parts and labor shall be preapproved by the COR. Prices for parts shall be invoiced at no more than 10% above contractor’s costs, including shipping and handling. Verification of contractor’s cost shall be included with all invoices. Contractor shall provide all necessary equipment to perform the work required.

Technical literature and/or descriptions of all materials, equipment and tools proposed for use by the Contractor shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer or his/her designee for approval prior to contract start and whenever a change is required. All Contractor-furnished materials, equipment and tools used shall be standard products all manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such items. The Contractor shall secure all materials. The Government assumes no liability for loss of or damage to Contractor-owned property held upon Government premises.

The Contractor shall instruct his/her personnel in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions which preclude the waste of utilities which shall include but not necessarily be limited to:

10.0 – TECHNICIAN/INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS

The Government reserves the right to accept or reject Contractor’s staff for cause. Documented prior the work, Contractor shall provide technicians throughout the contract qualified to perform work on plumbing and eyewash stations. The Contractor shall notify the Government within 3 business days if it intends to replace a technician. At the time of notification, the Contractor shall submit all required certifications for all personnel working on the contract. In the event new, or replacement, personnel become involved in the contract, the Contractor must submit all required certification. Additions or changes in personnel require written approval of the Government. The Contractor shall have a back-up technician available in the event the primary technician is unable to perform his/her duties.

The Contractor will ensure their personnel and subcontractor personnel meet the privacy standards as set forth by HIPPA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) with respect to personal and confidential information that they may come upon, while contract work is being performed.

11.0 – PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENTS

The Contractor shall assign the appropriate quantity and type of personnel to successfully complete all functions specified in this SOW. The Contractor shall maintain throughout the life of this contract, a current list of technicians and their credentials available for inspection by the Government at any time.

12.0 – ACCEPTANCE STANDARDS

The VA reserves the right to dispute completion of contract scope if contract work is found not in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, is not satisfactorily executed, or if the system is not properly tested and inspected to achieve certification. All work completed by the Contractor must be reviewed and approved by the VA. Work must be approved for one location of each type of fixture prior to proceeding with all other locations specified. If conditions that exist that are not like the location previously approved the contractor shall get approval prior proceeding with work in locations with similar conditions.

13.0 – SAFETY AND FIRE PREVENTION

a. In the performance of this contract, the contractor shall take such safety precautions as necessary to protect the lives and health of occupants of the building.

b. The Contractor shall immediately correct any fire and safety deficiencies caused by his/her personnel. If the Contractor fails or refused to correct deficiencies promptly, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or any part of the work and hold the contractor in default of the contract.

c. The Contractor shall comply with applicable Federal, State and local safety and fire regulations and codes which are in effect at the beginning of the contract. The contractor shall keep abreast of and comply with changes in these requirements and codes applicable to the contract. The requirements include but are not limited to, those found in Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) statutes and regulations, such as applicable provisions of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 1910 and 1926. Contractor is solely responsible for determining the legal requirements that apply to activities, and shall ensure safe and healthful working conditions for its employees

d. The Contractor’s personnel shall follow applicable facility policies concerning fire/disaster programs.

e. All materials and equipment will be removed from the facility or stored properly at the end of the workday and secured during the workday. Under no circumstances will the Contractor allow for any equipment to be left unattended for any length of time.

f. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local legal requirements regarding workers health and safety.

g. Contractor shall assume the responsibility to guard against causing of fires and/or explosions and to protect Government Property.

h. The Contractor shall perform the work in a manner consistent with the area security and fire safety regulations especially with regard to exits and exit way access. Utility shutdowns shall not compromise security, communication or fire safety for occupants.

i. No flammable liquids shall be stored or used in the medical center.

j. The necessary number and appropriate types of portable fire extinguishers are required per National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 10 and NFPA 241. Contractor shall keep certification on site at all times of extinguisher inspections.

k. The Contractor shall receive from the COR a permit for all cutting, welding, and soldering 24 hours in advance. All permits shall be prominently displayed during all construction.

l. All necessary precautions shall be taken by the contractor to prevent accidental operation of any existing smoke detectors or sprinkler heads.

m. The Contractor shall assume responsibility of environmental protection of all material storage.

13.1 – ACCIDENT PREVENTION

Precaution shall be exercised at all times for the protection of persons (including employees) and property. These shall include, but not be limited to, the installation of adequate safety guards and protective devices for all equipment and machinery, whether used in the performance of work or permanently installed as part of the work. Contractor shall comply with all applicable laws relating to safety precautions, including the safety regulations of the Division of Industrial Safety, Department of Industrial Regulations of the state.

13.2 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION:

a. In order to provide for abatement and control of all environmentally hazardous materials arising from demolition and/or construction activities, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable environmentally hazardous material control and abatement and all applicable provisions of the Corps of Engineers’ Manual EM 385-1-1, “General Safety Requirements” as well as the specific requirements stated elsewhere in the Contract Documents.

b. The Contractor is responsible for daily cleanup of all areas affected by its work. Areas in use or affected shall be returned to condition in which they were turned over or initially found. VA Housekeeping shall not be dispatched for cleaning associated with contractor work.

c. The Contractor shall take every precaution in preserving flooring, finishes, equipment, and furniture in areas of work. The Contractor shall repair or replace any damage incurred during its work at their expense.

d. Contractor shall use freight elevators for transmission of materials and personnel. Contractor shall take every precaution in preserving the elevators, including the hoist way and lobby doors, interior finishes, and shall conduct all good practices in observing lifting and motor components tolerances. Any damage incurred to any elevator component due to negligence will be repaired at expense of the contractor, within the work day of incurred damage.

14.0 – WORK STANDARDS AND ICRA/ILSM

Work site shall be free of debris and returned to original condition upon completion of preventative maintenance or repairs.

All work is to be performed in areas used daily by facility clients and staff. Contractor will take suitable measures to control all material and equipment to produce a minimum of interference in facility routine. All work shall be performed in a safe and prudent manner.

Contractor shall so perform all work as to offer the least possible obstruction and inconvenience to staff and the public and shall have under construction no greater amount of work than can be completed promptly and properly with due regard to the rights of staff and the public. Any person the COR may deem incompetent or disorderly shall be promptly removed from the facility and not be allowed to return for the duration of the agreement.

The Contractor shall comply with an Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) which will be developed with the COR and the Infection Control Practitioner. Multiple ICRA’s may be necessary to address specific risks at various stages of the project and must be approved prior to proceeding on each phase. VA anticipates a Type C ICRA-class for this project.

15.0 - HAZARDOUS MATERIAL REPORTING:

a. The Contractor shall maintain hazardous material inventories and material safety data sheets (MSDS) for all hazardous materials (as defined in CFR 1910.120, 40 CFR’s 355, 370, & 372) to be stored and used on this Medical Center. Hazardous materials must be inventoried when received and at the project’s completion. The amounts used shall be maintained for the project duration, and for the calendar year (ending 31 December).

Representative (extension 5138) as well as the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for the expense of any cleanup of such spill, and the cleanup shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of 40 CFR Part 761.

d. Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) is not present in the workspace. If contractor locates suspected ACM in addition to material noted in report, they shall contact the COR immediately for further direction. If any ACM is disturbed or becomes friable due to contractor actions, the construction site shall be shut down until and contractor shall provide appropriate containment at their own expense. In addition, contractor shall be responsible for all abatement and disposal of affected material at their own expense, only after which the job site shall be reopened for continued work. In the event of an ACM disturbance event, the COR shall be immediately notified and shall provide specifications on asbestos abatement.

16.0 – HOURS OF WORK

The hours of work shall take place during the normal business hours of 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, Federal Holidays excluded. Request for weekend, after-hour, and Federal holiday work is permitted with a request in writing submitted beforehand. Off hours are not to billed as overtime. Federal Holidays and any other day declared a federal holiday by the President of the United States are defined below.

Christmas Day

If a holiday falls on Sunday, the following Monday will be observed as the National Holiday. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a National Holiday by the U.S. Government.

If work requires after hours work due to ICRA constraints or inclement weather, then Contractor shall inform FMS seven (7) days in advance.

Postponement/Delays: In the event climate or weather conditions become unsuitable for work or may induce an environmental hazard, then the entire work shall be rescheduled to a date and time satisfactory to the Contractor and the COR. Postponement due to inclement weather will not cause assessment of the penalty provision outlined above, nor should there be an additional cost to the Government.

All work shall be scheduled and performed within the date and time approved by the COR, in conjunction with the department occupying the space served by this equipment.

17.0 - BADGES AND PARKING

If a given contractor’s personnel will be working on-site for less than 5 working days, access to the facility can be attained by contacting the VA police and obtaining temporary access badges. If a contractor will be working on site more than 5 working days, identification badges must be procured prior to beginning project work. All Contractor personnel are required comply with VAAR 852.273-74 (Available online at VA Technical Information Library) which covers the following requirements: background checks, and the wearing of identification (I. D.) badges issued by the VA RMR VAMC. Contractor must acquire PIV badge for all staff onsite prior to work beginning. While on VA Facilities grounds, temporary or official I.D. badges shall be worn continuously. Failure of the background check may result in specific personnel being disallowed to work on VA premises and the Contractor will need to provide replacement personnel.

It is the responsibility of the Contractor’s personnel to park in the appropriate designated parking areas. The designated parking area will be specified by COR upon award of contract.

While performing under this contract, all vehicles used by the contractor shall be locked and the keys removed when not in use. This is intended to protect the contractor’s property and the safety of the patients at the medical center.

18.0 – PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

· The Government reserves the right to accept or reject Contractor’s staff for cause.

· All inspectors/testers shall hold current OSHA 10/30 certification and membership. Documentation of this to be submitted by the Contractor to the COR prior to beginning project work. A competent person with OSHA 30 certification must be on site at all times.

· The Contractor shall have a back-up technician in the event the primary technician is unable to perform his/her duties.

· The Contractor will ensure that their personnel and subcontractor personnel meet the privacy standards as set forth by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) with respect to personal and confidential information that they may come upon.

· All personnel required to hold OSHA 10 certification as a minimum.

18.1 – PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

Supervision: The Contractor shall specify a Project Manager who will have responsibility for performance of contract services. The Project Manager shall be competent to supervise all aspects of contract and shall be available on-site during performance of contract work. The Contracting Officer shall be notified in writing of the names of the Project Manager and of changes in personnel appointed to fulfill this function or in the absence of the Contractor, act for the Contractor as the Contractor’s Representative.

19.0 – QUALITY CONTROL

The Contractor shall have a quality control program to assure the requirements of this contract are provided as specified. The Contractor and COR will inspect the work. Deficiencies will be noted and corrected before beginning work in another area. Any damage done by Contractor will also be noted and corrected by the Contractor within 2 working days. Damage causing an immediate impact on the environment of the hospital shall be corrected immediately.

20.0 – ACCEPTANCE STANDARDS

Completed work will be to the entire satisfaction of the VA and the COR shall be the sole judge as to its acceptability. Any work not acceptable to the COR, shall be immediately, at Contractor’s own expense, refashioned to an acceptable level.

21.0 – PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENT

The Contractor shall assign the appropriate quantity and type of personnel to successfully complete all functions specified in this SOW within the designated period of performance. The Contractor shall maintain throughout the life of this contract, a current list of laborers, tradesmen, superintendents, etc., and their credentials available for inspection by the Government at any time.

22.0 – KEYS

a. Keys: The COR shall provide the Contractor access to all buildings and rooms required in the provisions of this contract. The Contractor shall notify the COR when leaving these areas.

b. Clearances/Access Controls: Contractor and all personnel shall comply with the security clearances or access controls of areas within the Medical Center. In the event that the Contractor has to obtain access to areas that require special security precautions the COR will notify the contractor prior to access.

23.0 – MEETINGS

A Pre-Bid meeting and site walk will be held at a date and time specified by the COR to review scope, of service, site, and requirements with perspective contractors, and provide answers to any questions. Contractor and/or Sub-contractors shall attend a pre-bid walkthrough of the work before submitting a bid. VA reserves the right to reject any bidder not attending the Pre-Bid. The date and time of this walkthrough will be determined by the CO and COR. Contractor and/or subcontractors shall be responsible for making any clarification requests that arise at the pre-bid walkthrough directed to the CO prior to the bidding of the work.

24.0 – PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

Government intends to issue NTP immediately after kickoff meeting with Contractor. The period of performance for this contract is one-hundred twenty (120) days.