Draft PWS-Fire Damper Repair As of 10-23-2026.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

FIRE DAMPER REPAIRS

Place of Performance: VACCHCS 2615 E. Clinton Ave Fresno, CA 93703-2223

Part 1: Project Scope of Work Overview:

The Department of Veterans Affairs Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS), Fresno Facilities Maintenance Service, requires a contract for Fire Damper Repairs and re-certification on the campus

Part 2: Period of Performance (POP):

Period of performance is to be completed 60 days after Notice to Proceed.

Part 3: General Information and Requirements:

3.1 The contractor shall provide all tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment necessary to complete this project as deemed by industry standards, this PWS, all related specifications, applicable code requirements, and site policy.

3.2 Disposal of all waste and debris is at the contractor’s own expense.

3.3 The contractor shall provide quality control of all work conducted and the individual appointed shall be competent and educated/experienced in the field of work this scope encompasses

3.4 All work shall be coordinated with the COR assigned to this project and only commence once approved.

3.5 Schedule: Normal work hours will be 8:00am – 4:30 pm Monday-Friday excluding Official Federal Holidays, A contractor is not to work on Official Federal Holidays as listed on OPM.gov(https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=Overview). The contractor, if they need to perform work over the weekends (Saturdays and Sunday) or outside of work hours above that they will need to request authorization prior to performing any work from the COR/Engineer and final approval from the Contracting Officer. Any request to utility shutdowns must be requested in writing at a minimum of 21 days prior to the requested day of shutdown.

3.6 Codes and Standards: The Contractor shall follow all applicable codes and standards for this type of work including but not limited to Health Care System Memorandums (HCSM), OSHA Guidelines, Lock-out-Tag-out, Rules of Station, NFPA, and etcetera. If any code/standard is found to be contradictory; the authority having jurisdiction (COR) shall make the final determination and work shall proceed at no additional cost to the medical center.

3.7 Smoking is prohibited on VACCHCS grounds and inside buildings.

Part 4: Detailed Project Scope of Work:

4.1 The contractor shall provide all tools, materials, equipment, supervision, personnel, and transportation necessary to assure that all services are in accordance with contract and all applicable codes, law, and regulations.

4.2 The responding vendor shall perform all necessary repairs to address the deficiencies and ensure that fire dampers are operational and compliant. VA standards require compliance according to the latest published version of the code NFPA 90A, NFPA 80, and NFPA 105.

4.3 Contractor shall provide one designated point of contract to the government’s designated representative.

4.4 Contractor shall provide 30-day warranty on all components, equipment, and labor.

4.5 Scope includes repairing pneumatic lines within the building ensure actuators are receiving air pressure.

4.6 Repairs based on Deficiency – Damper Repairs attached to PWS and summarized below.

Part 5: Safety:

5.1 At a minimum contractor, subcontract, and personnel shall wear at all times hard hat, safety glasses, reflective vest, and safety shoes.

5.2 No shorts or tank tops shall be permitted.

5.3 Contractor shall adhere to OSHA 10 CFR 1910 and 1926.

5.4 Contractor shall be responsible to use appropriate PPE when required by the OSHA and VACCHCS.

5.5 Safety plan shall be submit to the COR within 15 days of awarded contract.

5.6 Contractor shall submit Safety Data Sheet for all chemical used at the VAPAHCS. Chemicals must be approved by COR or Safety Services. Safety Data Sheet shall be kept at work site at all times.

5.7 Contractor shall comply with Environment Protection Agency standards. No dumping of water or chemical in the storm drains. Contaminates shall be removed from VAPAHCS property and shall be disposed of per all Federal, State, and Local EPA regulation and standards at no additional cost to the government.

5.7.1 Any penalties incurred due to unlawful disposal of hazardous material or EPA, State, or Local regulation and standards shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

Part 6: Performance Standards:

6.1 Contractor shall adhere to the performance standards listed below. Contractor shall adhere to all references in the performance standard to include all notes, explanatory material, and appendixes. The most current edition will be used on all references listed below.

6.1.1 OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910

6.1.2 OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926

6.1.3 NFPA 70, National Electrical Code

6.1.4 NFPA 70E, Standards for Electrical Safety in the Work Place

6.1.5 NFPA 72, Nation Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

6.1.6 NPFA 80, Standards for Fire Doors and Other Openings

6.1.7 NFPA 90, Standard for the Installation of Air-conditioning and Ventilating Systems

6.1.8 NFPA 90B, Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems

6.1.9 NFPA 92, Standards for Smoke Control Systems

6.1.10 NPFA 99, Health Care Facilities Code

Part 7: Documentation Requirements:

7.1 Security Badge: Vendor shall notify VA police on arrival and obtain a temporary badge. The VA Issued Security badge shall be worn on the upper torso and be always visible.

7.2 Contractor’s Badge: Vendor employees, and representatives shall always have a company badge or identification visible.

7.3 Physical Security: The vendor shall be responsible for safeguarding their equipment while on government property government. Additionally, the contractor shall be responsible for any government equipment, information and property provided for vendor use. Vendor will NOT be provided a staging area for storage of tools, equipment, material, supplies, and other items. The Government will not be responsible for damage or loss of vendor’s property. Vendor is responsible to safeguard its property.

7.4 OI&T Security: Office of Information and Technology (OI&T) certification and accreditation requirements do not apply for this service contract and therefore a Security Accreditation Package is not required. At no time will the vendor be in contact or have access to VA sensitive information, OI&T systems, or the VA OI&T network.

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