STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

Boise VAMC Project Number: 531-25-102

1. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

Name: Brian Blake

Section: FMS

Address: 500 W. Fort St., Boise, ID 83702

Phone Number: 208-422-1061

Fax Number: 208-422-1334

E-Mail Address: brian.blake@va.gov

2. Contract Title

Expand Emergency Room

3. Background

The purpose of the project is to expand the Emergency Department (ED) due to continued and rapid growth in the Boise market. The existing Purple Team clinic will be demolished and rebuilt as Phase 1 of the expanded Emergency Department while the current ED space remains active. The current ED space will then be demolished and rebuilt in two subsequent phases (Phase 2 and Phase 3) so that the entire area becomes one larger, continuous ED.

4. Scope

This project will renovate 10,700 sf of space within Building 85, first floor. The existing 5,700 square foot emergency room will also be expanded and reconfigured to 8,900 square feet. The adjacent functions, occupying 1,800 square feet (Admitting Office, corridors, and ER waiting) will be reconfigured and relocated as part of the remodel. All necessary utilities are in the building and must be extended and connected from the surrounding areas within the building.

Renovation work includes the following work, but is not limited to: demolition, phasing, structural, creation of new wall systems, flooring, painting, ceiling systems, installation of new windows and sashes, architectural finish work, millwork, mechanical (HVAC and hydronic), mechanical systems digital control, plumbing, medical gas, patient lifts, fire proofing, electrical, telecommunications, nurse call, security, fire alarm, and fire protection sprinkler work, potential asbestos and/or lead abatement. Refer to the drawings and specifications for details on the extent of construction.

Contractor shall provide all tools, equipment, materials, labor, supervision, and management to complete the intent of project 531-25-102 in strict accordance with this SOW, contract drawings, and contract specifications. All work not specifically identified by the contract drawings and/or specifications, but necessary for a complete system, shall be included as if specifically identified in the Contract Documents.

5. Specific Tasks

The Boise Veterans Affairs Medical Center is a hospital first. Any and all construction activities shall be secondary to the mission of the Medical Center. This means: some activities shall only be performed mailto:brian.blake@va.gov outside of normal business hours; some activities may be curtailed if they interfere with normal activities and may be delayed for other times or conditions. Other potential issues include, but are not limited to, noise pollution; noxious fumes; and vibrations. Restrictions on activities may be imposed even if they are below OSHA allowable limits. The Contracting Officer or designated representative shall have the final authority over the needs of the Medical Center. Additionally, construction safety, infection control and site security shall be prime requirements of the Work, and as such any infraction may be considered a material breach of the Work and cause for termination for cause by the Government.

Restrictions on loud or disruptive demolition adjacent to occupied areas should be expected. Any work exceeding acceptable noise and vibration thresholds must be scheduled outside normal business hours and coordinated with the COR post-award at no additional cost to the VA/Government.

Unless otherwise specifically identified, the Contractor shall provide all tools, materials, equipment, labor, and supervision of every kind necessary to provide complete and operational systems for the

Medical Center meeting the intent of this Statement of Work, the Specifications, and Drawings. Any and all Work not specifically identified but necessary for a complete system shall be included as if specifically identified in the Contract Documents.

TESTING

The Contractor shall be responsible for all testing and laboratory services in connection with this project as stated in the contract Drawings and Specifications.

DISPOSAL OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

The Contractor is responsible for the correct disposal of all materials associated with this project. Details on documenting waste streams as well as a list of recycling/disposal facilities will be provided to the

Contractor at the start of work. Some existing materials will be retained by the VA—Refer to Drawings for guidance.

COORDINATION OF WORK

If any questions or concerns arise, the Contractor shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer’s

Representative (COR) for direction. Any and all disruptions to the normal functions of the BVAMC (road closures, utility connections, etc.) shall be brought to the attention of the COR as soon as possible. Refer to the Specifications for the acceptable time frames of notification.

PHASING

Construction shall be completed in phases in order to maintain 24/7 operation for this active Emergency

Department and provide continuity of patient care.

6. Performance Monitoring

The Government is required to monitor contractor performance and certify the work was done in accordance with the contract. This monitoring is done by the COR. At least weekly, the COR shall perform Safety and Interim Life Safety inspection and Environmental inspections. In addition, the COR shall perform periodic inspections of the Work as further detailed in the Specifications.

7. Security Requirements

The Contractor shall only access Medical Center Buildings directly associated with the Work. The

Contractor shall not enter or attempt to enter any patient care areas. Additionally, the Contractor shall provide construction site security as further identified in the Specifications or on the Drawings.

8. Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE)/Government-Furnished Information (GFI)

Reference contract Drawings, and contract Specifications.

9. Other Pertinent Information or Special Considerations

There are no special considerations necessary to accomplish the Work.

a. Identification of Possible Follow-on Work

This is the first and only phase of the construction project. No follow-on work is scheduled.

b. Identification of Potential Conflicts of Interest (COI)

There are no known Potential Conflicts of Interest.

c. Identification of Non-Disclosure Requirements

The Contractor shall not have access to sensitive and/or proprietary information.

d. Packaging, Packing and Shipping Instructions

All deliveries shall be specifically addressed to the Contractor and not the Medical Center. The

Medical Center shall make best efforts to refuse delivery of Contractor goods or materials. Any materials inadvertently received by the Medical Center will be identified to the Contractor for immediate pick-up. The Medical Center takes no responsibility in the receipt of any goods or materials that are the Contractor’s.

e. Inspection and Acceptance Criteria

The COR is responsible for certifying that the work done under the contract is performed to time and standard. The COR is also responsible to assure the inspection and acceptance of in place products provided incidental to services. A demonstration period or trial is not inspection of a product.

10. Risk Control

The Contractor shall refer to Division 01 specifications for guidelines on safety, risk, and infection control.

An Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) shall be performed by BVAMC and is to be followed by the contractor. This project is to be a Class IV project with the following requirements:

1. Remove or isolate HVAC system in area where work is being done to prevent contamination of duct system.

2. Complete all critical barriers i.e. sheetrock, plywood, plastic, to seal area from non-work area or implement control cube method (cart with plastic covering and sealed connection to work site with

HEPA vacuum for vacuuming prior to exit) before construction begins.

3. Maintain negative air pressure within work site utilizing HEPA equipped air filtration units unless exhausted outside.

4. Seal holes, pipes, conduits, and punctures appropriately.

5. Construct anteroom and require all personnel to pass through this room so they can be vacuumed using a HEPA vacuum cleaner before leaving work site or they can wear cloth or paper coveralls that are removed each time they leave the work site.

6. All personnel entering work site are required to wear shoe covers that are removed each time they leave the work area.

7. Contain construction waste before transport in tightly covered containers.

8. Cover transport receptacles or carts. Tape covering unless solid lid.

11. Quality Control

The Contractor is responsible for their own quality control. Refer to specifications for expectations and reporting requirements related to quality control.

12. Place of Performance

Work shall be performed at the Boise VA Medical Center, Boise, ID, 500 W. Fort Street, Boise, ID

83702.

13. Period of Performance

The total contract period of performance shall be four hundred forty-three (443) calendar days from issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP), as described below. Refer to specifications for additional information on the contract schedule.

A written Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP) will be issued by the Contracting Officer after completion of the project preconstruction meeting. The LNTP shall remain in effect for a maximum duration of sixty (60) calendar days from its date of issuance. This 60-day maximum LNTP duration runs concurrently with, and is not in addition to, the total contract Period of Performance. Limited Notice to

Proceed (LNTP) includes:

- Contractor submittal of required contract submittals;

- All material ordering submittals; and

- Common administration functions

NOTE: No physical work on-site is authorized under the LNTP.

A Construction Notice To Proceed (NTP) is anticipated for issuance Spring 2027. Issuance of the

Construction NTP is predicated upon the successful completion of all activities and deliverables under the LNTP. The Construction NTP Period of Performance shall be the number of calendar days remaining between the date of issuance of the LNTP and the total contract end date established by the initial LNTP. The Construction NTP authorizes the contractor to mobilize and commence physical work on-site, and includes:

- All remaining project work not covered under the LNTP, including mobilization.

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