S02-CBOC RLP 36C26324R0090_A00002.pdf

Amendment No. 2

Request for Lease Proposal (RLP) No. 36C26324R0090

New Cambridge CBOC

TO ALL OFFERORS: Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Questions and Answers as of 2/4/2025:

1. RLP Section 3.06 Paragraphs S and T call for Green Globes NC and Green Globes SI. Exhibit L Lease Section 3.48 removes the green building rating for new construction and Section 3.49 requires LEED IC+C certification. Please confirm Green Globes is not required and that the only project Green Requirement is the LEED IC+C certification per the Lease. Use LEED IC+C.

2. RLP Section 3.06 Paragraph AC requires a Project Schedule. Please provide a Lease Award Date to be utilized in the Schedule. Anticipated Award Date is March 2025.

3. Exhibit B – Sample Floor Plans shows (3) Audiology Exam Rooms.

a. Are Audiology Booths required in those rooms? If so, how many are required. Yes, one audiology booth is required.

b. If Audiology Booths are required, please provide specifications and structural and MEP requirements for the Booths. (See attachment as reference).

c. Please confirm who is providing and installing the Audiology Booths. Contractor to provide and install.

4. Exhibit C.1 Agency Specific Requirements References Exhibit C.2 Cambridge – Equipment List but it was not provided. The Equipment Lists is required for pricing the OFOI, OFCI, and CFCI items. Please provide the Equipment List. There is no equipment list, please disregard.

5. Exhibit C.1 Agency Specific Requirements does not include a section for Emergency Power. Please confirm a generator is not required. Confirmed this is not required.

6. Exhibit C.1 Agency Specific Requirements Section 5.13 calls for a 1,000 lb Patient Lift. How many of these lifts are required and are all Lifts rated for 1,000 lbs? One lift is required. Must be rated for 1,000lbs.

7. Exhibit C.1 Agency Specific Requirements Section 5.27 calls for a VA Wireless Internet System. Please confirm the WAP are provided by the VA. If not please provide Specs for the WAPs. VA OIT provides VA Wireless Internet WAPs

8. Exhibit C.1 Agency Specific Requirements Section 5.32 calls for a Guest Wireless Internet System. On past projects that this has been integral to the VA Wireless Internet System. Please confirm if a dedicated Guest WiFi system is required and if so who is responsible for proving the WAPs. Yes. Building Owner is responsible for all labor and materials/equipment for guest wifi.

9. Exhibit D – Tenant Improvements Price List row 235 calls for 240 hours of misc. carpentry. Do all Offerors need to include this? Does this scope of work include any of the scope of work included in the ASR. The 240 hours is a placeholder. Offerors should price their TI proposals based on actual ASR requirements.

10. Exhibit E – Security Requirements Section IV. Security Systems notes paragraphs for Contractor Installed and Government Installed Security Systems for Video Surveillance, Intrusion Detection, and Duress Alarm. Please confirm who is providing the Video Surveillance, Intrusion Detection, and Duress Alarm Systems. Contractor to provide and is part of BSAC.

11. Exhibit L Lease Document does not require a Physicist. Please confirm a Physicist or Lead Shielding is not required. Confirmed. This is not required.

12. Based off the timing on the RFI response would a two-week extension be considered? Yes, we will extend until March 4th, 2025, all proposals must be submitted by 10:00AM Central time.

AMENDMENTS

1.1 RLP Section 3.02 A.2a is amended as follows: Due date is 3/4/2025 at 10:00 AM Central time.

1.2 All questions must be emailed to Robert.Hausman2@va.gov by 2/18/2025 at 8:00 AM Central time. No questions will be accepted after this date and time.

End of Amendments

Rich Hedman Lease Contracting Officer mailto:Robert.Hausman2@va.gov

ACKNOWLDGEMENT OF RECEIPT

ADDENDUM NO. 2

Request for Lease Proposal (RLP) No. 36C26324R0090 CBOC Cambridge, MN

Signature of Offeror_____________________________ Date ______________ (Return Signed Acknowledgement of Receipt with proposal via email to:

Robert.Hausman2@va.gov

Audiology and Speech Pathology Design Guide November 2017

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Suite 2, Audiometric Examination (single prefab booth in room) 4.5

(AUDE2)

Axonometric View 4.5.1

NOTE: Guide plates are graphical representations of selected room types, illustrating the integration of space, components, systems, and equipment. They provide typical configurations and general technical guidance, and are not intended to be project specific. Specific infrastructure design requirements are contained in VA Design Manuals and Space Planning Criteria located in the VA Technical Information Library.

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Floor Plan 4.5.2

Suite 2, Audiometric Examination (single prefab booth in room) (AUDE2)

NOTE: Guide plates are graphical representations of selected room types, illustrating the integration of space, components, systems, and equipment. They provide typical configurations and general technical guidance, and are not intended to be project specific. Specific infrastructure design requirements are contained in VA Design Manuals and Space Planning Criteria located in the VA Technical Information Library.

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JSN Legend 4.5.3

Table 19: Suite 2, Audiometric Examination (single prefab booth in room) (AUDE2) JSN Legend

JSN NAME

A1010 Telecommunication Outlet

A1014 Telephone, Wall Mounted, 1 Line, With Speaker

A1019 Telephone, Wall Mounted, Multi-Line, Cordless

A5075 Dispenser, Soap, Disposable

A5077 Dispenser, Hand Sanitizer, Hands-Free

A5082 Dispenser, Paper Towel, Sensor, Hands Free

A5145 Hook, Garment, Double, SS, Surface Mounted

A5225 Bracket, Dual Computer Monitor, Desk-Mounted

CS090 Sink, SS, Single Compartment, 7.5"x19"x16" ID

CT020 Countertop, Solid Surface

F0205 Chair, Side With Arms

F0206 Chair, Side, Bariatric, With Arms

F0280 Chair, Swivel, Low Back

F0340 Stool, Self Adjusting

F2010 Basket, Wastepaper, Step-On

F3200 Clock, Battery, 12" Diameter

M0030 Audiometer, Diagnostic

M0036 Otoacoustic Emissions Analyzer (Screening or Diagnostic)

M1800 Monitor, Computer

M1801 Computer, Microprocessing, w/Flat Panel Monitor

Z0007 Dispenser, Glove, Surgical/Examination, Wall Mounted, Triple, Side Loading

Z0015 Otoscope, Diagnostic, Desk or Wall Mounted

Z0016 Otoscope, Video

Z0026 Booth, Audiometric Examination, Double-Wall, Single Sided

Z0028 Analyzer, Middle Ear (Tympanometer)

Z1007 Table, Adjustable Height, 66"X30"

Z1008 Table, Adjustable Height, 60"X30"

Z1013 Table, Adjustable Height, Mobile, 36" W

Z1016 Cabinet, U/C/B, 4 Drawer, 33"x24"x24"

Z1018 Cabinet, ADA Sink Support, 36" W

Z1020 Cabinet, W/H, 2 Shelf, 1 DO, Sloping Top, 38"x24"x13"

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Interior Elevations 4.5.4

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Interior Elevations

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Reflected Ceiling Plan 4.5.5

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Room Data Sheet 4.5.6

Suite 2, Audiometric Examination (single-sided prefabricated booth in room) (AUDE2)

ARCHITECTURAL

Number of People:

Booth Side: 3 Control Side: 3

Ceiling:

Booth: PRE-FAB (Note 1) Control Side: AT

Ceiling Height:

Booth: 8’-0” (2400 mm) (Note 2) Control Side: 9’-0” (2700 mm)

Partitions /Wall Finish:

Booth: PRE-FAB Control: m:GWB f:P (Notes 1, 3, and 4)

Base:

Booth: PRE-FAB Control Side: m:RB h:4” (100 mm)

Floor Finish: CPT or LVT (Note 5) Door:

Booth: m: PRE-FAB t: PRE-FAB s: V (Note 6) Room: m:Wood t:19 dg:(Note 8) s:V (Note 7)

Hardware:

Booth: (Note 9) Control: 3

Acoustical Criteria (for Room): Notes 11, 12, and 13 Ceiling: 0.70 NRC rating and 35 CAC rating Floor/Ceiling: 60 STC, 60 IIC Walls at Adjacent Room: 60 STC Walls at Corridor: 55 STC

Slab Depression: Yes, 6 1/8” (160 mm), Verify with vendor (Note 13) Special Construction:

Room: Minimum total area of 120 sq. ft. (11.2 NSM) of a nominal 2 in. (50 mm) thick sound absorptive wall treatment on at least two perpendicular walls. The sound absorptive wall treatment should have a minimum

0.90 NRC rating and a minimum 0.65 sound absorption

coefficient at 250 Hz.

Booth: Prefabricated, modular system consisting of all components specified in VHA Handbook 1170.02 Appendix D for double wall assembly. Components include: vibration isolation system; floor assembly; wall and roof panel assembly; acoustical door units;

acoustical window units; assembly hardware including connecting panel joints; electrical and lighting wiring, components and fixtures, including audiometric jack panel system; silenced forced air ventilation system or packaged air conditioning silencers for connection to building HVAC systems, paint and other specified finishes; dust seals/shields; and closure strip.

Notes:

1) Booth: as specified in VHA Handbook 1170.02 Appendix D

2) Preferred interior clear ceiling height for booth. Coordinate with facility floor-to- floor height and plenum space required for MEP systems. Overall prefabricated booth dimension is approximately 19” (480 mm) greater than interior clear height. Refer to vendor drawings/cut sheets.

3) Prefabricated system shall include painted, galvanized steel fascia/closure plate and neoprene seals to close the gap between booth and adjacent drywall partition and between top of booth and finished ceiling outside of the booth to create a closed soffit space (height depends on project conditions). Refer to VHA Handbook 1170.02 Appendix D for additional requirements

4) Booth wall and ceiling finish selection from manufacturer standard colors powder coat paint; or per facility preference for alternative “enhanced” finishes, such as fabric panels, “wood” look or wood veneer exterior panels

5) Floor finish per project requirements; not required to be purchased through booth vendor

6) Booth: two-door (in-swing and swing-out) acoustical door and frame assembly. Doors shall include narrow light or full height insulated glass view window (configuration based on project/user preference). Raised sills, threshold drop seals, and sweep seals shall not be permitted. Refer to VHA Handbook 1170.02 Appendix D for additional requirements and alternate acceptable configurations

7) 50 STC rated acoustical door

8) Narrow lite optional. If provided, use insulated or laminated glass unit to meet acoustical criteria in Note 7.

9) Per VHA Handbook 1170.02 Appendix D and Attachment J.

10) As specified in VHA Handbook 1170.02 Appendix D

11) Increase the minimum STC rating of walls 5 STC for every 5 dBA increase in sound level above normal speech level (65 dBA 3’-0” (910 mm) from the speaker) in the adjacent room

12) Refer to PG-18-10 Chapter 6; Table 5 Mechanical Room Data Sheets for Noise Criteria (refer to Section 4.19).

13) Provide additional depth as required to accommodate floor finish to achieve flush transition between booth and adjacent space/corridor

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LIGHTING

Workplane Height: 2’-6” (760 mm)

Inside Booth: 500 Lux (50 FC) Outside Booth: 300 Lux (30 FC)

Maintained Avg. Illumination-Ambient: N/A

Maintained Avg. Illumination-Task Focus: N/A Luminaire Type:

Inside Booth: Recessed LED, Lensed, Provided with Pre- Fab System.

Outside of Booth: 2’x4’ (610x1220 mm) or 2’x2’ (610x610

mm) Fluorescent or LED, Lensed, Volumetric or Direct/Indirect Distribution Type.

Lamps:

Inside Booth: LED Outside Booth: LED, T8, or T5 Fluorescent

CCT: 3500K

CRI: 80, minimum Controls:

Inside Booth: Linear Dimming to Accommodate Low Ambient-Light Configuration;

Outside Booth: Multi-Level Control via Linear Dimming, Step Dimming, Or Dual-Ballast Switching

Special Requirements: Note 1

Notes:

1) EMI/RFI emissions are a concern within booths. Provide fixture drivers complying with FCC Title 47, Part 18, Subpart C, Class B, Consumer Equipment.

POWER

Normal Power: Connect to receptacles and equipment Emergency Power: Not Required

Notes:

1) Coordinate electrical connections with booth manufacturer

2) Receptacles on All sides of Booth, Provided with Pre-Fab

System

3) Multiple Receptacles at Tables inside & outside Booth for

Charging Devices

COMMUNICATIONS

Data: Yes Telephone: Yes Cable Television: No Duress Alarm: Yes Electronic Access & Door Control: No Motion Intrusion Detection: No Intercom: No Nurse Call: Staff emergency station where required Code Blue: No Public Address: No Video Teleconferencing: Yes (See Note 1)

Notes:

1) Where telehealth services will be provided, computer workstation shall include dual monitors, speakers, video camera, and microphone.

2) Provide keyboard, video, and mouse connections between audiometer computer workstation and keyboard, video, and mouse in exam side.

HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING

General Requirement: Refer to the current version of PG-18-10

Chapter 6 Table 5 – Mechanical Room Data Sheets (copy is provided in Section 4.19) for room temperatures, humidity range, room air change requirements, and pressurization.

PLUMBING AND MEDICAL GASES

Cold Water: Yes Hot Water: Yes Water Control: Electronic Sensor Compressed Air: No Sanitary/Vent: Yes Medical Air: No Medical Vacuum: No Oxygen: No

FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY

Fire Alarm: Audible, Visual (15 cd) – Exam; Visual (15cd) -

Control Sprinkler: Recessed pendant, center of tile – Control and Exam Hazard Type: Light