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Anderson Engineering of Minnesota, LLC 13605 1st Avenue North Plymouth, MN 55441 Phone: 763-412-4000 Fax: 763-412-4090 Prepared in association with the following: IMEG, 2882 106th Str. Des Moines, IA 50322

REMODEL DOM FOR SAFETY DEFICIENCIES

VA PROJECT NUMBER: 636A6-14-102

VETERANS AFFAIRS

CENTRAL IOWA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

DES MOINES DIVISION

3600 30TH STREET

DES MOINES, IOWA

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Volume I

ANDERSON ENGINEERING OF MN, LLC

Project Number: 14120

Issue for

CD BID DOCUMENTS

07 August, 2018

2018 08 07

REMODEL DOM FOR SAFETY DEFICIENCIES

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LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS

SECTION 00 01 15

The drawings listed below accompanying this specification form a part of the contract.

Drawing No. Title

GENERAL SHEETS

G1001 COVER SHEET

G1002 ARCHITECTURAL GENERAL NOTES AND SYMBOLS

G1003 BUILDING CODE ANALYSIS

G1004 PCRA AND ICRA PLANS

CIVIL

GC100 SITE PHASING

VF100 EXISTING CONDITIONS

CD100 SITE DEMOLITION AND EROSION CONTROL

CS100 SITE AND GRADING PLAN

CS101 SITE DETAILS

HAZARDOUS ABATEMENT

HA101 FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN

HA102 SECOND FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN

ARCHITECTURE

AD102 FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – AREA A

AD103 FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – AREA B

AD104 SECOND FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN

AD105 THIRD FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN

AS101 BUILDING PHASING PLAN

AS102 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA A

AS103 FIRST FLOOR PLAN & ROOF PLAN – AREA B

AS104 SECOND FLOOR PLAN

AS105 THIRD FLOOR PLAN

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LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS

AS107 FIRST FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN – AREA A

AS108 FIRST FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN – AREA B

AS109 SECOND FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN

AS110 THIRD FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN

AS201 EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS

AS202 INTERIOR ELEVATIONS

AS203 INTERIOR ELEVATIONS

AS204 INTERIOR ELEVATIONS-ALTERNATE #1

AS301 DOOR DETAILS AND SCHEDULE

AS302 INTERIOR DETAILS

AS303 FLOOR TRANSITIONS AND PARTITION TYPES

AS304 SECTION DETAILS

AS305 SIGNAGE DETAILS

AS306 SIGNAGE PLANS AND SCHEDULE

AS401 ENLARGED TOILET PLANS

AS402 ENLARGED PLANS

AS403 ENLARGED TOILET PLANS-ALTERNATE #1

AF101 FIRST FLOOR FINISH PLAN – AREA A

AF102 FIRST FLOOR FINISH PLAN – AREA B

AF103 SECOND FLOOR FINISH PLAN

AF104 THIRD FLOOR FINISH PLAN

STRUCTURAL

SS001 GENERAL NOTES

SS101 FOUNDATION AND FRAMING PLANS – AREA B

SS501 FOUNDATION DETAILS

SS502 FRAMING DETAILS

MECHANICAL

MH000 COVER SHEET - MECHANICAL

MD100 BASEMENT FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN - MECHANICAL

MD101A FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – AREA A-MECHANICAL

MD101B FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – AREA B-MECHANICAL

MD102 SECOND FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN –MECHANICAL

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LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS

MD103 THIRD FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN –MECHANICAL

MH100 BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN –MECHANICAL

MH101A FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA A - MECHANICAL

MH101B FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA B - MECHANICAL

MH102 SECOND FLOOR PLAN –MECHANICAL

MH103 THIRD FLOOR PLAN –MECHANICAL

MH104 ATTIC FLOOR PLAN –MECHANICAL

MH300 DETAILS - MECHANICAL

MH500 SCHEDULES AND CONTROL DIAGRAMS - MECHANICAL

PLUMBING

PD100 BASEMENT FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – PLUMBING

PD101A FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – AREA A - PLUMBING

PD101B FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – AREA B - PLUMBING

PD102 SECOND FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – PLUMBING

PD103 THIRD FLOOR DEMLITION PLAN – PLUMBING

PP100 BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN – PLUMBING

PP101A FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA A - PLUMBING

PP101B FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA B - PLUMBING

PP200 ENLARGED PLANS – PLUMBING

PP201 ENLARGED PLANS – PLUMBING

PP300 DETAILS - PLUMBING

PP400 FLOW DIAGRAMS - PLUMBING

PP401 DOMESTIC WATER RISER DIAGRAM - PLUMBING

PP402 SANITARY RISER DIAGRAM - PLUMBING

PP500 SCHEDULES - PLUMBING

ELECTRICAL

E000 COVER SHEET - ELECTRICAL

ED101A FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – AREA A - ELECTRICAL

ED101B FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – AREA B - ELECTRICAL

ED102 SECOND FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN - ELECTRICAL

ED103 THIRD FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – ELECTRICAL

E100 BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN – ELECTRICAL

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E101A FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA A - ELECTRICAL

E101B FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA B - ELECTRICAL

E102 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – ELECTRICAL

E103 THIRD FLOOR PLAN-ELECTRICAL

E104 ATTIC FLOOR PLAN – ELECTRICAL

TECHNOLOGY

T000 COVER SHEET-TECHNOLOGY

TD101A FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – AREA A - TECHNOLOGY

TD101B FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN - AREA B - TECHNOLOGY

TD102 SECOND FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – TECHNOLOGY

TD103 THIRD FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN – TECHNOLOGY

T100 BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN – TECHNOLOGY

T101A FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA A - TECHNOLOGY

T101B FIRST FLOOR PLAN - AREA B - TECHNOLOGY

T102 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – TECHNOLOGY

T103 THIRD FLOOR PLAN – TECHNOLOGY

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 00 00

1.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Refer to Section 01 35 26, SAFETY REQUIREMENTS for safety and infection control requirements.

1.2 GENERAL INTENTION

A. Contractor shall furnish labor and materials and perform work for:

VA Project 636A6-14-102, VA Des Moines, Iowa – Remodel DOM for Safety Deficiencies, as indicated with the drawings and specifications.

B. The time and date for the site visit for this project will be announced in the solicitation.

C. Other Visits to the site by Bidders may be made only by appointment with the Medical Center

Engineering Officer.

D. Offices of Anderson Engineering of Minnesota, LLC, 13605 1st Avenue North, Plymouth, MN

55441, as Architect-Engineers, will render certain technical services during construction. Such services shall be considered as advisory to the Government and shall not be construed as expressing or implying a contractual act of the Government without affirmations by Contracting

Officer or his duly authorized representative.

E. Before placement and installation of work subject to tests by testing laboratory retained by the

Contractor, the Contractor shall notify the COR in time to observe testing laboratory personnel in the taking and testing of specimens and field inspection. Such prior notice shall be not less than three business days unless otherwise designated by the COR.

F. All employees of general contractor and subcontractors shall comply with VA security management program and obtain permission of the VA police, be identified by project and employer, and restricted from unauthorized access.

G. Daily Logs:

1. The contractor will be required to submit daily logs of their construction activities. These logs shall be uploaded to the submittal hosting website (see section 01 33 23) on a daily basis. Daily logs are to be numbered sequentially.

2. Daily logs shall contain the following basic information: Project Title and Number, VA contract number, Number of general contractor workers on site, name and crew size of any subcontractors on site, daily weather conditions, brief description of work performed, brief description of any delays encountered, date and signature of person filling out the log.

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.3 STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S)

A. BID ITEM I (Base Bid): VA Project 636A6-14-102, VA Des Moines, Iowa

Remodel DOM for Safety Deficiencies: The project includes, limited demolition of existing interior walls, doors, suspended ceilings, flooring, interior finishes, equipment, casework, mechanical HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression, electrical power, and lighting. New construction includes installation of walls, doors, suspended ceilings, flooring, interior finishes, signage, casework, mechanical, plumbing, fire suppression, equipment, electrical power, lighting, communications, and access controls.

1. SITE DEVELOPMENT

Domiciliary (Building 5) includes: Paving, two concrete stairs, concrete stoop, and re-grading of area adjacent new canopy.

2. ARCHITECTURAL

Architectural work includes: Updating of finishes at toilet/shower rooms that include

Accessibility barriers, toilet accessories (sinks, urinals, water closets, showers, toilet partitions, etc.), updating floor tiles, paint finishes and ceilings. Updating finishes at Lounge and Craft room that include floor coverings, wall paint, ceilings and audio/video/fireplace focal wall at Lounge. Vestibule and overhead canopy addition, storage addition and associated site work.

3. FIRE PROTECTION

Fire protection work includes: replacement of existing sprinkler heads in areas receiving new ceiling finishes; replacement of all existing sprinkler heads on the third floor; replacement of an existing backflow assembly in the basement mechanical room; and demolition of the existing fire department connection and installation of new.

4. INTERIOR DESIGN

New finishes including flooring, wall tile, and paint will be selected for all toilet rooms. New finishes including flooring, paint, acoustical ceiling system, and wall base will be provided for lounge area and craft room. Finishes to be selected according to and in coordination with

VA Des Moines standard Finish Selections as provided by owner. Finish plans and finish schedules to be provided to express design intent.

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

5. STRUCTURAL

Structural work includes: Removal and replacement of existing exterior basement stairs to basement mechanical room within existing area well; installation of foundations and steel framing for storage room addition and new entry vestibule.

6. MECHANICAL

Mechanical work includes: replacement of existing grilles, registers and diffusers in areas receiving new ceiling finishes; demolition of existing steam radiators in the private resident restrooms and installation of new radiators; demolition of existing exhaust systems within private resident restrooms and installation of a new system; and installation of a new exhaust system for the new storage space.

7. PLUMBING

Plumbing work includes: demolition of existing restroom plumbing fixtures and installation of new fixtures; extension of existing plumbing piping required for new fixtures; and installation of new cold water circulation system.

8. ELECTRICAL

Electrical work includes: demolition of existing light fixtures, switches and receptacles and installation of new items in areas receiving new wall and ceiling finishes; and power connections to new plumbing fixtures and mechanical equipment.

9. TECHNOLOGY

Technology work includes: removal and reinstallation of existing devices in areas receiving new ceiling finishes; removal and reinstallation of existing entry door access controls; and installation of new nurse call system in designated areas.

10. CONTROL SYSTEM MAPPING

Control system mapping work includes: responsible for assessment and coordination for portions of the construction work that affect systems operation at the DOM building.

Contractor to contact vendor to determine the extent of work to re-map and re-address their respective systems based on the new room numbering plan.

Johnson Controls, Bob Kahn - Senior Account Executive, Service Sales - 515.229.2879 cell Robert.F.Kahn@jci.com

Simplex Fire Alarm Systems, David Mueller - Service Sales Rep, SimplexGrinnell -

515.559.0544 Work, 515.208.0164 Cell. davmueller@simplexgrinnell.com

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.4 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTOR

A. Drawings and contract documents may be obtained from the website where the solicitation is posted. Additional copies will be at Contractor's expense.

1.5 CONSTRUCTION SECURITY, SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

A. The Security and Safety Requirements pertain to station policy for construction projects performed at the Central Iowa Health Care Center. Safety and health concerns are taken seriously at this facility. All employees of the Contractor are expected to strictly adhere to these regulations and requirements. This is exceedingly important, since we must be primarily concerned for the safety and health of our patients. In this regard, OSHA Standards may protect worker safety and health, but they have minimal benefit for protecting the safety and health of our patients, due primarily to their differing medical conditions. Review this information as orientation with your personnel performing work on site. Where the requirements as outlined in this or other regulations are differing, the more stringent shall apply.

B. Security Plan:

1. The security plan defines both physical and administrative security procedures that will remain effective for the entire duration of the project.

2. The General Contractor is responsible for assuring that all sub-contractors working on the project and their employees also comply with these regulations.

C. Security Procedures:

1. Secure all construction areas, especially mechanical and electrical rooms against entry of unauthorized individuals including patients.

2. Unless specified, working hours other than regular working hours will require authorization by the contracting officer. Regular work hours for the medical center are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

3. General Contractor’s employees shall not enter the project site without appropriate badge.

They may also be subject to inspection of their personal effects when entering or leaving the project site.

4. Before starting work the General Contractor shall give one week’s notice to the Contracting

Officer so that security arrangements can be provided for the employees. This notice is separate from any notices required for utility shutdown described later in this section.

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5. For working outside the “regular hours” as defined in the contract, The General Contractor shall give 3 working days’ notice to the Contracting Officer so that arrangements can be provided for the employees. This notice is separate from any notices required for utility shutdown described later in this section.

6. No photography of VA premises is allowed without written permission of the Contracting

Officer.

7. VA reserves the right to close down or shut down the project site and order General

Contractor’s employees off the premises in the event of a national emergency. The General

Contractor may return to the site only with the written approval of the Contracting Officer.

D. Key Control:

1. The general contractor's superintendent will be issued necessary keys daily for those areas outside the construction barriers that require their access (i.e. utility closets, electrical closets, mechanical spaces, etc.) and return these keys at the end of each business day. No more than two keys/day will be issued. The Engineering Office will maintain a logbook to account for these keys. Contractors that fail to return these keys will be assessed a $25.00 charge.

2. Ensure all doors leading to and from construction are either monitored or locked to prevent access to the area from unauthorized persons (i.e. patients, staff).

3. The General Contractor shall provide security locks for the construction area. Duplicate keys or lock combinations are to be provided to the COR for the purpose of security inspections of every area of the project including tool boxes, powered equipment, and parked machines and take any emergency action.

E. Document Control:

1. Before starting any work, the General Contractor/Sub Contractors shall submit an electronic security memorandum describing the approach to following goals and maintaining confidentiality of “sensitive information”.

2. The General Contractor is responsible for safekeeping of all drawings, project manual and other project information. This information shall be shared only with those with a specific need to accomplish the project.

3. Certain documents, sketches, videos or photographs and drawings may be marked “Law

Enforcement Sensitive” or “Sensitive Unclassified”. Secure such information in separate

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4. These sensitive documents shall not be removed or transmitted from the project site without the written approval of Contracting Officer.

5. All paper waste or electronic media such as CD’s and diskettes shall be shredded and destroyed in a manner acceptable to the VA.

6. Notify Contracting Officer and Site Security Officer immediately when there is a loss or compromise of “sensitive information”.

7. All electronic information shall be stored in specified location following VA standards and procedures using an Engineering Document Management Software (EDMS).

a. Security, access and maintenance of all project drawings, both scanned and electronic shall be performed and tracked through the EDMS system.

b. “Sensitive information” including drawings and other documents may be attached to e-mail provided all VA encryption procedures are followed.

F. Motor Vehicle Restrictions

1. Contractor and associated sub-contractor vehicles shall be parked within designated staging area(s) of the project. The staging area(s) shall be determined at the time of the pre-bid meeting. Parking in patient/visitor/staff areas will require a request and approval for such parking through the COR. Vehicles parked outside of designated area(s) shall be restricted to a 30 minute time frame allowing only for the picking up and dropping off materials and supplies. Contractor and associated sub-contractor vehicles found to be parked outside of designated areas not conforming to the above stipulations may be subject to ticketing by VA

Police.

G. General Safety:

1. Follow all federal, state and local safety and health regulations.

2. Maintain safety in the construction site/area in accordance with the provisions of the contract that includes the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations;

National Electrical Codes; National Fire Protection Association, etc. Work in a safe manner and take all proper precautions while performing your work. Extra precautions shall be taken when working around persons occupying the building during construction.

3. Provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for your employees.

4. Post appropriate signs in specific hazardous areas.

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5. Tools, ladders, etc are to be secured when not in use.

6. Weekly Safety Inspections: The Construction Safety Committee at this facility will perform safety inspections of all contract operations periodically throughout the month. Written reports of unsafe practices or conditions will be reported to the COR and Contracting Officer for immediate attention and resolution.

H. Environmental Protection:

1. No hazardous materials will be disposed of on Government property. All waste will be hauled off-site or disposed in contractor owned and operated waste removal containers.

2. A copy of all waste manifests for special or hazardous wastes will be forwarded to the COR.

Environmental requirements will be strictly enforced.

I. Fire Alarms:

1. The General Contractor is responsible for reviewing locations of fire alarm systems within their construction area.

2. In the event of a fire alarm sounding, you are to remain in your area, unless medical center personnel (Safety, Nursing or Engineering) instruct otherwise, or unless a fire situation is in your area, in which case you should immediately evacuate.

3. Any work involving the fire protection systems will require written permission to proceed from the COR and requires 48 hours’ notice. An impairment number will be issued through the COR by the Fire Safety Manager.

4. Do not tamper with or otherwise disturb any fire alarm system components without prior written permission. To do so without written permission will result in an adverse action.

5. Storage of hazardous materials within buildings will be minimal with only enough on hand to perform daily work tasks. Flammable materials will either be removed from buildings at the end of the work shift or stored in approved flammable storage containers.

J. Housekeeping:

1. Protect patients and VA personnel in occupied areas from the hazards of dust, noise, construction debris and material associated with a construction environment. Keep work area clear, clean and free of loose debris, construction materials and partially installed work that would create a safety hazard or interfere with VA personnel duties and traffic.

2. Clean and remove any accumulation of dust/debris from any surface at the end of each workday.

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3. Make every effort to keep dust and noise to a minimum at all times. Take special precautions to protect VA equipment from damage including excessive dust.

4. Maintain clear access to mechanical, electrical devices, equipment and main corridors. This will ensure access to existing systems in the event of an emergency.

5. Clean area of all construction debris and dust upon completion of demolition and/or renovation.

6. During construction operations, keep existing finishes protected from damage. Cover and protect all flooring materials during construction. Any flooring materials or surfaces damaged as a result of construction activities will be replaced at the expense of the contractor.

K. Emergency Medical Services: Emergency medical services for stabilization purposes are available for contractors at this facility. For medical emergencies, dial either “4444” when inside any building or 515.699.5839 from a cell phone. Report the nature of the emergency and location. The following information should be given to the VA Police:

1. Location

a. The Building

b. The Floor

c. The Room Number; or

d. The Specific Area (ICU, ED, OR, etc…)

Police will dispatch in-house personnel or coordinate an outside emergency assistance based on the nature of the emergency.

L. Use of Government-Owned Material and Equipment: Use of Government-owned material and equipment is prohibited.

M. Superintendent Communications: At all times during the performance of this contract, the

Contractors Superintendent is to be on site and available by cellular phone. At the beginning of the contract and prior to beginning any construction, supply the COR with the telephone number for the Superintendent.

N. Traffic:

1. Traffic hazards are minimal at this facility. Drivers should be particularly concerned with pedestrian traffic.

2. Seat belt use is mandatory on the station.

3. Federal police officers maintain a 24-hour patrol of the area.

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O. Contractor's Trailers: Contractor's trailers shall be located at the area assigned. All utility connections to the trailer shall be installed at the contractor expense. Trailer removal is required upon completion of the contract, unless approved by the CO to leave in place.

P. Smoking: There are designated smoking areas around the facility. Smoking is allowed only in designated areas. Any smoking inside a government building is subject to a fine without warning.

1.6 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS

A. The Contractor shall confine all operations (including storage of materials) on Government premises to areas authorized or approved by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall hold and save the Government, its officers and agents, free and harmless from liability of any nature occasioned by the Contractor's performance.

B. Temporary buildings (e.g., storage sheds, shops, offices) and utilities may be erected by the

Contractor only with the approval of the Contracting Officer and shall be built with labor and materials furnished by the Contractor without expense to the Government. The temporary buildings and utilities shall remain the property of the Contractor and shall be removed by the

Contractor at its expense upon completion of the work. With the written consent of the

Contracting Officer, the buildings and utilities may be abandoned and need not be removed.

C. The Contractor shall, under regulations prescribed by the Contracting Officer, use only established roadways, or use temporary roadways constructed by the Contractor when and as authorized by the Contracting Officer. When materials are transported in prosecuting the work, vehicles shall not be loaded beyond the loading capacity recommended by the manufacturer of the vehicle or prescribed by any Federal, State, or local law or regulation. When it is necessary to cross curbs or sidewalks, the Contractor shall protect them from damage. The Contractor shall repair or pay for the repair of any damaged curbs, sidewalks, or roads.

D. Working space and space available for storing materials shall be as shown on the drawings or as determined by the COR.

E. Workmen are subject to rules of Medical Center applicable to their conduct.

F. Execute work so as to interfere as little as possible with normal functioning of Medical Center as a whole, including operations of utility services, fire protection systems and any existing equipment, and with work being done by others. Use of equipment and tools that transmit vibrations and noises through the building structure, are not permitted in buildings that are occupied, during construction, jointly by patients or medical personnel, and Contractor's personnel, except as permitted by COR where required by limited working space.

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1. Do not store materials and equipment in other than assigned areas.

2. Schedule delivery of materials and equipment to immediate construction working areas within buildings in use by Department of Veterans Affairs in quantities sufficient for not more than two work days. Provide unobstructed access to Medical Center areas required to remain in operation.

3. Where access by Medical Center personnel to vacated portions of buildings is not required, storage of Contractor's materials and equipment will be permitted subject to fire and safety requirements.

G. Phasing:

The Domiciliary must maintain its operation 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Therefore, any interruption in service must be scheduled and coordinated with the COR to ensure that no lapses in operation occur. It is the CONTRACTOR'S responsibility to develop a work plan and schedule detailing, at a minimum, the procedures to be employed, the equipment and materials to be used, the interim life safety measure to be used during the work, and a schedule defining the duration of the work with milestone subtasks. The work to be outlined shall include, but not be limited to:

To insure such executions, Contractor shall furnish the COR with a schedule of approximate phasing dates on which the Contractor intends to accomplish work in each specific area of site, building or portion thereof. In addition, Contractor shall notify the COR two weeks in advance of the proposed date of starting work in each specific area of site, building or portion thereof.

Arrange such phasing dates to insure accomplishment of this work in successive phases mutually agreeable to DOM Director, COR and Contractor, as follows:

Building Phases:

See Contract Documents for description.

Site & Utility Phases:

Contractor shall phase construction in a manner to minimize vehicular and pedestrian traffic impacts throughout the Medical Center campus facility. Primary construction access should be from Douglas Ave. A secondary access point (upon approval from the VA COR) is along VFW

Circle to 30th Street. A construction phasing plan and schedule shall be provided to the VA for approval prior to construction, one week prior to commencing construction. The construction

01 00 00 -11 phasing plans shall indicate limits of construction, safety equipment (concrete barriers, cones, barrels, etc), signage, contractor access point, pedestrian and vehicle routes, and duration of construction. The plan shall show emergency vehicle routes and ensure a clear path is maintained at all times. Public transportation, including but not limited to: bus shelter access and loading zones, shall be provided throughout the duration of the project. Detour routes and alternative locations for public entities (i.e. bus shelter) shall be provided with drawings and approved by the VA and local agencies prior to implementation. Local security, police, and fire departments shall be notified of the construction project and scheduling prior to starting. Refer to the project

Construction Document Plans for additional information on the staging process. Contractor to develop construction phasing plan and schedule work accordingly. All materials, supplies, equipment, and construction staff required for each phase construction shall be at the site prior to beginning work. Contractor shall substantially complete each phase construction within the duration of work identified. With approval from the VA, Contractor may request alternate working hours to complete the work within the duration allowed. If unforeseen conditions are found and determined to extend the phased construction duration, Contractors shall provide means to allow vehicular and pedestrian traffic in a two-way route (i.e. backfilling trench and placing metal construction plates rated for traffic) in the zones of construction. At times when one-way traffic is required, Contractor shall provide flagging operations during 7AM-7PM, including weekends. At times when one-way traffic is required, Contractor shall provide a “Do

Not Enter” sign at one end of the one-way route, between the hours of 7PM-7AM. “Do Not

Enter” sign shall be removed once flagging operations begin. Flagging operations shall include a minimum of one-man with flagging and safety equipment required for operations.

H. Contractor shall take all measures and provide all material necessary for protecting existing equipment and property in affected areas of construction against dust and debris, so that equipment and affected areas to be used in the Medical Centers operations will not be hindered.

Contractor shall permit access to Department of Veterans Affairs personnel and patients through other construction areas which serve as routes of access to such affected areas and equipment.

These routes whether access or egress shall be isolated from the construction area by temporary partitions and have walking surfaces, lighting etc. to facilitate patient and staff access.

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Coordinate alteration work in areas occupied by Department of Veterans Affairs so that Medical

Center operations will continue during the construction period.

I. Immediate areas of alterations not mentioned in preceding Subparagraph 1 will be temporarily vacated while alterations are performed.

J. Working space and space available for storing materials shall be as determined by the COR.

K. Workmen are subject to rules of Medical Center applicable to their conduct.

L. Keep roads clear of construction material, debris, standing construction equipment and vehicles at all times.

M. Execute work in such a manner as to interfere as little as possible with normal functioning of

Medical Center as a whole, including operations of utility services, fire protection systems and any existing equipment, and with work being done by others. Use of equipment and tools that transmit vibrations and noises through the building structure, are not permitted in buildings that are occupied, during construction, jointly by patients or medical personnel, and Contractor's personnel, except as permitted by COR where required by limited working space.

1. Do not store materials and equipment in other than assigned areas.

2. Schedule delivery of materials and equipment to immediate construction working areas in quantities sufficient for not more than two work days. Provide unobstructed access to

Medical Center areas required to remain in operation.

3. Where access by Medical Center personnel to vacated portions of buildings is not required, storage of Contractor's materials and equipment will be permitted subject to fire and safety requirements.

N. Phasing requirements: To insure such executions, Contractor shall furnish the COR with a schedule of approximate phasing dates as required by the drawings on which the Contractor intends to accomplish work in each specific area of site, building or portion thereof. In addition, Contractor shall notify the COR two weeks in advance of the proposed date of starting work in each specific area of site, building or portion thereof.

O. Coordinate with COR for removal of existing furnishings and equipment to permit Work to proceed. Contractor shall provide the COR with a copy of their Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedure within ten days of receiving the NTP.

P. Building(s) will be occupied during performance of work; but immediate areas of alterations will be vacated.

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1. Contractor shall take all measures and provide all material necessary for protecting existing equipment and property in the affected areas of construction against dust and debris, so that any equipment and affected areas of the occupied Medical Center Operations will not be hindered. Contractor shall permit access to the Department of Veterans Affairs personnel and patients through other construction areas which serve as routes of access to such affected areas and equipment. Coordinate alteration work with the COR in areas occupied by

Department of Veterans Affairs in order to facilitate uninterrupted Medical Center operations during the construction period.

2. Immediate areas of alterations not mentioned in preceding Subparagraph 1 will be temporarily vacated while alterations are performed.

Q. Construction Fence: Before construction operations begin, Contractor shall provide a chain link construction fence, 2.1m (seven-foot) minimum height, around each construction area indicated on the drawings. Provide gates as required for access with necessary hardware, including hasps and padlocks. Adequate screening through the use of fabric shall be provided to screen construction operations inside of fencing from the view of the general public. Fasten fence fabric to terminal posts with tension bands and to line posts and top and bottom rails with tie wires spaced at maximum 375mm (fifteen-inches). Repair or replace the fabric as required to maintain a continuous screen as described. Bottom of fences shall extend to 25mm (one-inch) above grade.

The Contractor shall be responsible for control over access to the site and keep gates closed at all times during working hours and shall secure them with locks at the end of each work day and outside of working hours. Remove the fence when directed by COR.

R. When a building or construction site is turned over to Contractor, Contractor shall accept entire responsibility therefore.

1. Contractor shall maintain a minimum inside temperature of 4 degrees C (40 degrees F) at all times, except as otherwise specified.

2. Contractor shall maintain in operating condition existing fire protection and alarm equipment. In connection with fire alarm equipment, Contractor shall make arrangements for pre-inspection of site with Fire Department or Company (Department of Veterans Affairs or municipal) whichever will be required to respond to an alarm from Contractor's employee or watchman.

S. Utilities Services: Maintain existing utility services for Medical Center at all times. Provide temporary facilities, labor, materials, equipment, connections, and utilities to assure

01 00 00 -14 uninterrupted services as required by the drawings and specifications. Where necessary to cut existing water, steam, gases, sewer or air pipes, or conduits, wires, cables, etc. of utility services or of fire protection systems and communications systems (including telephone), they shall be cut and capped at suitable places where shown; or, in absence of such indication, where directed by COR.

1. No utility service such as water, gas, steam, sewers or electricity, or fire protection systems and communications systems may be interrupted without prior approval of COR. Electrical work shall be accomplished with all affected circuits or equipment de-energized. When an electrical outage cannot be accomplished, work on any energized circuits or equipment shall not commence without the Medical Center Director’s prior knowledge and written approval.

2. Contractor shall submit a request to interrupt any such services to the COR, in writing, a minimum of ten (10) working days in advance of proposed interruption. Request shall state reason, date, exact time of, and approximate duration of such interruption. Interruptions that affect the daily operations of the facility are to be performed on non-business days.

Contractor is responsible for the cost of performing this work on weekends or off hours.

3. Major interruptions of any system must be requested, in writing, a minimum of at least fifteen (15) working days prior to the desired time and shall be performed in cooperation with the COR and facility maintenance department during non-business days and at the expense of the contractor.

4. Contractor will be advised (in writing) of approval of request, or of which other date and/or time such interruption will cause least inconvenience to operations of Medical Center.

Interruption time approved by Medical Center may occur at other than Contractor's normal working hours at the contractor’s expense.

5. In case of a contract construction emergency, service will be interrupted on approval of

COR. Such approval will be confirmed in writing as soon as practical.

6. Whenever it is required that a connection fee be paid to a public utility provider for new permanent service to the construction project, for such items as water, sewer, electricity, gas or steam, payment of such fee shall be the responsibility of the Government and not the

Contractor.

T. Abandoned Lines: All service lines such as wires, cables, conduits, ducts, pipes and the like, and their hangers or supports, which are to be abandoned but are not required to be entirely removed as per the bid documents, shall be sealed, capped or plugged. The lines shall not be capped in

01 00 00 -15 finished areas, but shall be removed and sealed, capped or plugged in ceilings, within furred spaces, in unfinished areas, or within walls or partitions; so that they are completely behind the finished surfaces. All abandoned lines that remain in place are to be tagged as “abandoned in place” and dated. All abandoned lines are to be documented on the as-built drawings.

U. Coordinate the work for this contract with other construction operations as directed by COR.

This includes the scheduling of traffic and the use of roadways, as specified in Article, USE OF

ROADWAYS.

V. Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM): Contractor is to comply with the requirements for

HAZCOM as per OSHA 1926 standards applicable to hazardous materials. SDS’ are to be readily available to all employees of the GC and employees of VA. Prior to performing work that could result in dust, chemicals, fumes, etc. entering any occupied space; the GC shall notify the

COR 48 hours in advance. Written approval from the COR is required prior to proceeding with the operation.

1.7 ALTERATIONS

A. Survey: Before any work is started, the Contractor shall make a thorough survey with the COR of areas of buildings in which alterations occur and areas which are anticipated routes of access, and furnish a report, signed by all to the Contracting Officer. This report shall list by rooms and spaces:

1. Existing condition and types of resilient flooring, doors, windows, walls and other surfaces not required to be altered throughout affected areas of building.

2. Existence and conditions of items such as plumbing fixtures and accessories, electrical fixtures, equipment, venetian blinds, shades, etc., required by drawings to be either reused or relocated, or both.

3. Shall note any discrepancies between drawings and existing conditions at site.

4. Shall designate areas for working space, materials storage and routes of access to areas within buildings where alterations occur and which have been agreed upon by Contractor and the COR.

B. Any items required by drawings to be either reused or relocated or both, found during this survey to be nonexistent, or in opinion of COR to be in such condition that their use is impossible or impractical, shall be furnished and/or replaced by Contractor with new items in accordance with specifications which will be furnished by Government. Provided the contract work is changed by reason of this subparagraph B, the contract will be modified in accordance with the Contract.

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C. Re-Survey: Thirty days before expected partial or final inspection date, the Contractor and COR together shall make a thorough re-survey of the areas of buildings involved. They shall furnish a report on conditions then existing, of resilient flooring, doors, windows, walls and other surfaces as compared with conditions of same as noted in first condition survey report:

1. Re-survey report shall also list any damage caused by Contractor to such flooring and other surfaces, despite protection measures; and, will form basis for determining extent of repair work required of Contractor to restore damage caused by Contractor's workmen in executing work of this contract.

D. Protection: Provide the following protective measures:

1. Wherever existing roof surfaces are disturbed they shall be protected against water infiltration. In case of leaks, they shall be repaired immediately upon discovery at the contractors’ expense.

a. Where equipment is used on the roof or new holes are cut or the Contractor is working at one location for more than a short time (one hour or less), provide a layer of minimum 1-inch thick rigid foam insulation topped with a layer of minimum 1/2-inch thick plywood as a walking and working surface for workmen and equipment. Refer to OSHA Fall

Protection guidelines for the maximum size of hole or opening.

b. All roof work must be done according the requirements of the current holder of the roof warranty. Contractor shall verify warranty requirements before beginning work.

2. Temporary protection against damage for portions of existing structures and grounds where work is to be done, materials handled and equipment moved and/or relocated.

3. Protect the interior of existing structures at all times, from damage, dust, and weather inclemency. Wherever work is performed, floor surfaces that are to remain in place shall be adequately protected prior to starting work, and this protection shall be maintained intact until all work in the area is completed.

1.8 INFECTION PREVENTION MEASURES

Refer to Section 01 35 26, SAFETY REQUIREMENTS for SAFETY and INFECTION CONTROL requirements; Section 02 82 13.13, GLOVEBAG ASBESTOS ABATEMENT for ASBESTOS

CONTAINING MATERIALS.

A. Implement the requirements of VAMC’s Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) team. ICRA

Group may monitor dust in the vicinity of the construction work and require the Contractor to take corrective action immediately if the safe levels are exceeded.

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B. Contact with Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM):

1. Due to the age of buildings, many contain asbestos containing materials (ACM). Primary

ACM uses in the medical center includes floor tile, mastic, piping and HVAC insulation. The medical center has performed a comprehensive asbestos survey and has identified accessible

ACM. Some areas contain damaged asbestos and should not be accessed without prior abatement.

2. The most common type of ACM insulation you may encounter includes thermal system insulation (TSI) and floor tile. ACM TSI is generally covered with a cloth wrap or lagging, and the asbestos substrate generally appear white in color. Do not sand, drill, gouge or otherwise disturb this type of insulation. Contractors disturbing or releasing asbestos containing materials will be liable for all damages and cleanup costs.

3. Where disturbance of asbestos is likely, it has been addressed in the contract for removal. If contact with the presence of asbestos is presented, stop all work in the immediate area and immediately contact the COR or Safety Officer to make necessary arrangements for removal.

4. In some areas, asbestos insulation has been identified on elbows, between fiberglass piping insulation, as patching materials among the fiberglass insulation. Fiberglass insulation used in this facility is usually yellow or pink in color, wrapped either by cloth or paper lagging.

5. To protect and ensure all your employees are aware that asbestos containing materials have been used in the construction of this facility, you are required to have them review this section and complete the awareness statement included as Attachment A. Once this documentation has been signed by all employees, forward to the COR for documentation.

6. A complete assessment of asbestos materials and conditions are available for viewing by contacting the facility Safety Officer. Prior to performing work above any ceiling or starting in a new area, consult with the COR concerning existing conditions of ACM.

7. Some of the areas in the facility are identified as restricted areas due to condition of ACM.

These are readily labeled. Do not enter these areas unless first contacting the COR. Entry requirements to these areas are awareness of the hazards, proper protective clothing

(coveralls and respirators) and personal monitoring in accordance with OSHA requirements.

8. Submit contractor asbestos awareness statements for all persons working on the site prior to commencing work.

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1.9 DISPOSAL AND RETENTION

A. Materials and equipment accruing from work removed and from demolition of buildings or structures, or parts thereof, shall be disposed of as follows:

1. Reserved items which are to remain property of the Government are identified by attached tags as items to be stored. Items that remain property of the Government shall be removed or dislodged from present locations in such a manner as to prevent damage which would be detrimental to re-installation and reuse. Store such items where directed by COR.

2. Items not reserved shall become property of the Contractor and be removed by Contractor from Medical Center.

3. Items of portable equipment and furnishings located in rooms and spaces in which work is to be done under this contract shall remain the property of the Government. When rooms and spaces are vacated by the Department of Veterans Affairs during the alteration period, such items which are NOT required by drawings and specifications to be either relocated or reused will be removed by the Government in advance of work to avoid interfering with

Contractor's operation.

1.10 PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES,

AND IMPROVEMENTS

A. Refer to Section 01 57 19, TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS, for additional requirements on protecting vegetation, soils and the environment. Refer to Articles, "Alterations", "Restoration", and "Operations and Storage Areas" for additional instructions concerning repair of damage to structures and site improvements.

1.11 RESTORATION

A. Remove, cut, alter, replace, patch and repair existing work as necessary to install new work.

Except as otherwise shown or specified, do not cut, alter or remove any structural work, and do not disturb any ducts, plumbing, steam, gas, or electric work without approval of the COR.

Existing work to be altered or extended and that is found to be defective in any way, shall be reported to the COR before it is disturbed. Materials and workmanship used in restoring work shall conform in type and quality to that of original existing construction, except as otherwise shown or specified.

B. Upon completion of contract, deliver work complete and undamaged. Existing work (walls, ceilings, partitions, floors, mechanical and electrical work, lawns, paving, roads, walks, etc.)

disturbed or removed as a result of performing required new work, shall be patched, repaired, 01 00 00 -19 reinstalled, or replaced with new work, and refinished and left in as good condition as existed before commencing work.

C. At Contractor's own expense, Contractor shall immediately restore to service and repair any damage caused by Contractor's workmen to existing piping and conduits, wires, cables, etc., of utility services or of fire protection systems and communications systems (including telephone) which are indicated on drawings and which are not scheduled for discontinuance or abandonment.

D. Expense of repairs to such utilities and systems not shown on drawings or locations of which are unknown will be covered by adjustment to contract time and price in accordance with the

Contract.

1.12 PHYSICAL DATA

A. Data and information furnished or referred to below is for the Contractor's information. The

Government shall not be responsible for any interpretation of or conclusion drawn from the data or information by the Contractor.

B. Government does not guarantee that other materials will not be encountered nor that proportions, conditions or character of several materials will not vary from those indicated by explorations.

Bidders are expected to examine site of work and logs of borings; and, after investigation, decide for themselves character of materials and make their bids accordingly. Upon proper application to Department of Veterans Affairs, bidders will be permitted to make their own subsurface explorations of the site at no cost to the government.

1.13 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

A. A registered professional land surveyor or registered civil engineer whose services are retained and paid for by the contractor shall perform services specified herein and in other specification sections. The contractor shall certify that the land surveyor or civil engineer is not one who is a regular employee of the contractor, and that the land surveyor or civil engineer has no financial interest in this contract.

1.14 LAYOUT OF WORK

A. The Contractor shall lay out the work from established base lines and bench marks, indicated on the drawings, and shall be responsible for all measurements in connection with the layout. The

Contractor shall furnish, at Contractor's own expense, all stakes, templates, platforms, equipment, tools, materials, and labor required to lay out any part of the work. The Contractor shall be responsible for executing the work to the lines and grades that may be established or

01 00 00 -20 indicated by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall also be responsible for maintaining and preserving all stakes and other marks established by the Contracting Officer until authorized to remove them. If such marks are destroyed by the Contractor or through Contractor's negligence before their removal is authorized, the Contracting Officer may replace them and deduct the expense of the replacement from any amounts due or to become due to the Contractor.

B. Establish and plainly mark lines and grades that are…