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PROJECT MANUAL

IOWA CITY VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM

REPLACE DEFECTIVE STEAM TRAPS AND CORRECT

CONDENSATE OVERPRESSURIZATION

601 Highway 6 West Iowa City, IA 52246

VA PROJECT NUMBER 636A8-14-006

CLH PROJECT NUMBER 2015-37

Final Submittal November 10, 2017

(Revised January 3, 2018)

623 26th Avenue 8802 South 135th Street, Suite 100 Rock Island, Illinois 61201 Omaha, NE 68138 Tel: (309)788-0673 402-397-5001

Calvin L. Hinz A R C H I T E C T S, P.C.

3705 North 200th Street Elkhorn, NE 68022

Tel: (402) 291-6941 Fax: (402) 291-9193

CLH

http://amienvironmental.com/

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REPLACE DEFECTIVE STEAM TRAPS AND

CORRECT CONDENSATE OVER PRESSURIZATION

636A8-14-006 01-03-2018

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS DATE

00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 07-15

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements 11-15 01 32 16.15 Project Schedules (Small Projects – Design/Bid/Build) 04-13 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 07-15 01 35 26 Safety Requirements 10-14 01 42 19 Reference Standards 07-15 01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services 06-15 01 57 19 Temporary Environmental Controls 01-11 01 58 16 Temporary Interior Signage 07-15 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 09-13 01 81 13 Sustainable Construction Requirements 09-15

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 02-15 02 82 11 Traditional Asbestos Abatement 09-15 02 82 13.13 Glovebag Asbestos Abatement 09-15 02 83 33.13 Lead-Based Paint Removal and Disposal 08-11

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 53 (Short-Form) Cast-in-Place Concrete 02-16

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

04 05 13 Masonry Mortaring 10-17 04 20 00 Unit Masonry 08-17

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 50 00 Metal Fabrications 07-14

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 21 13 Thermal Insulation 02-16 07 84 00 Firestopping 02-16 07 92 00 Joint Sealants 10-15 07 95 13 Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies 02-16

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames 02-16

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DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 06 00 Schedule for Finishes 04-15 09 22 16 Non-Structural Metal Framing 10-14 09 29 00 Gypsum Board 11-14 09 30 13 Ceramic/Porcelain Tiling 09-15 09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings 12-15 09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 02-16 09 91 00 Painting 01-16

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES (NOT USED)

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT (NOT USED)

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS (NOT USED)

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION (NOT USED)

DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPEMENT (NOT USED)

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION (NOT USED)

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING (NOT USED)

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR

CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 02-15 23 05 12 General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam

Generation Equipment 11-10

23 05 41 Noise and Vibration Control for HVAC Piping and Equipment

02-15

23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 02-15 23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 02-15 23 09 23 Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC 09-11 23 21 13 Hydronic Piping 09-12 23 22 13 Steam and Condensate Heating Piping 02-15 23 22 23 Steam Condensate Pumps 02-15 23 25 00 HVAC Water Treatment 02-15 23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings 03-13 23 34 00 HVAC Fans 02-15 23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 02-15 23 82 00 Convection Heating and Cooling Units 04-11 23 82 16 Air Coils 04-11

DIVISION 25 – INTEGRATED AUTOMATION (NOT USED)

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 01-16 26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 07-13 26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 12-12 26 05 27 Supporting Devices 26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 05-14 26 28 16 Disconnect Switches 26 51 00 Interior Lighting 08-14

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DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS (NOT USED)

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY (NOT USED)

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK (NOT USED)

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS (NOT USED)

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES (NOT USED)

DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION (NOT USED)

DIVISION 48 – ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION (NOT USED)

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SECTION 01 00 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

1.2 GENERAL INTENTION

1.3 STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S)

1.4 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTOR

1.5 CONSTRUCTION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

1.6 FIRE SAFETY

1.7 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS

1.8 ALTERATIONS

1.9 INFECTION PREVENTION MEASURES

1.10 DISPOSAL AND RETENTION

1.11 PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT,

UTILITIES, AND IMPROVEMENTS

1.12 RESTORATION

1.13 PHYSICAL DATA

1.14 PROFESSIONAL SURVEYING SERVICES

1.15 LAYOUT OF WORK

1.16 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

1.17 USE OF ROADWAYS

1.18 RESIDENT ENGINEER'S FIELD OFFICE

1.19 TEMPORARY USE OF MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

1.20 TEMPORARY USE OF EXISTING ELEVATORS

1.21 TEMPORARY USE OF NEW ELEVATORS

1.22 TEMPORARY TOILETS

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1.23 AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICES

1.24 NEW TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT

1.25 TESTS

1.26 INSTRUCTIONS

1.27 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

1.28 RELOCATED EQUIPMENT ITEMS

1.29 STORAGE SPACE FOR DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS EQUIPMENT

1.30 CONSTRUCTION SIGN

1.31 SAFETY SIGN

1.32 PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION

1.33 FINAL ELEVATION Digital Images

1.34 HISTORIC PRESERVATION

1.35 VA TRIRIGA CPMS

1.36 CONTRACTOR SUPPLIED BARCODE INFORMATION

CORRECT CONDENSATE OVER PRESSURIZATON

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SECTION 01 00 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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 completely prepare site for building operations, including demolition and removal of existing structures, and furnish labor and materials and perform work for Replace Defective Steam Traps and Correct Condensate Over Pressurization as required by drawings and specifications.

B. Bidders are to attend the scheduled pre-bid site visit and walkthrough.

Site visits will be scheduled in accordance with the solicitation.

C. Offices of CLH Architects, AMI Environmental, and KJWW Engineering

Consultants, 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.

D. 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.

F. At all times during the performance of this contract and until work is completed and accepted, the General Contractor shall provide a full time Superintendent who shall exclusively be dedicated to the supervision of this project. The Superintendent must meet all construction competency requirements, including 30 hour OSHA

Credentialing, and performance is satisfactory as determined by the

Certifying Officer.

F. Training:

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1. All employees of general contractor or subcontractors shall have the

10-hour or 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety course and other relevant competency training, as determined by PROJECT MANAGER acting as the Construction Safety Officer with input from the facility Construction Safety Committee. The general contractor superintendent shall be required to have taken the 30-hour OSHA

Construction Safety Course.

2. Submit training records of all such employees for approval before the start of work.

G. VHA Directive 2011-36, Safety and Health during Construction, dated

9/22/2011 in its entirety is made a part of this section

1.3 STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S) – SEE FRONT END OF CONTRACT

1.4 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTOR

A. Drawings and contract documents may be obtained from the website where the solicitation is posted: FBO.gov. Additional copies will be at

Contractor's expense.

1.5 CONSTRUCTION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

A. 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.

B. Security Procedures:

1. 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.

2. 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

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notices required for utility shutdown described later in this section.

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

4. 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.

C. Work Hours:

1. Access/Work shall begin on a pre-approved schedule as directed by the PROJECT MANAGER. 7AM-4PM unless otherwise arranged with the

PROJECT MANAGER.

2. Off hours required by special work shall be coordinated with the

PROJECT MANAGER 72 hours in advance..

D. Key Control:

1. The General Contractor shall provide duplicate keys and lock combinations to the Contracting officers representative (COR) for the purpose of security inspections of every area of project including tool boxes and parked machines and take any emergency action.

2. The General Contractor shall turn over all permanent lock cylinders to the VA locksmith for permanent installation.

3. Temporary Keys and Keying:

a. Whenever construction areas require securing, the Contractor shall furnish the necessary temporary locks and keys for the secure areas. The Contractor shall furnish four (4) keys of each type to the Project Manager or Contracting Officer for the government’s use to gain access to the areas in cases of emergency. If requested, these keys will be returned to the

Contractor at completion of the contract.

b. Whenever the work requires the Contractor to gain temporary access to government controlled spaces, the Project Manager will issue necessary keys to the Contractor. The keys issued are and

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remain government property. The Contractor or his representative will be required to sign in receipt of any keys issued and is responsible for returning them to the Engineer. In cases where keys are lost or not returned to the government, funds in the amount of $100.00 for each key/core unit will be retained from the contract. The number of key/core replacements necessary to affect re-securing the areas will determine the total contract retainage.

Certain areas of the facility require non-PIV badge for access in lieu of a key. Such areas include Boiler Plant and entering building 1 from the loading dock. Contractor employees who will need physical access badges for above locations and after hour access to the Medical Center will need to be sponsored prior to beginning work. The process to obtain badges takes a minimum of

14-21 days. Contractor employee will need to be sponsored by a

VA employee, have fingerprints taken, picture taken, prior to pick-up of badge. Badge is NOT transferable to anyone. Should a contractor employee be found in the possession of an unauthorized non-PIV badge, that contractor employee is guilty of unlawful dissemination of federal identification. The employee could be fined, prosecuted, etc. depending on the circumstance of the possession. Lost badges need to be reported within 24 hours to the VA Police and the Project Manager. The cost of replacement of the badge will be actual cost identified later. Failure to turn in a badge is $500.00 – considered theft of federal property.

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.

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

Secure such information in separate containers and limit the access to only those who will need it for the project. Return the information to the Contracting Officer upon request.

4. These security 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. Vehicle authorization request shall be required for any vehicle entering the site and such request shall be submitted 24 hours before the date and time of access. Access shall be restricted to picking up and dropping off materials and supplies.

2. Contractors are to park in designated parking areas by permit only or other areas directed by the Project Manager. A limited number of permits will be given to the General Contractor to disperse between the contractors and subcontractors. One day permits are available and can be given out for subcontractors that will be here for shorter durations. Only one vehicle per contractor or subcontractor

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will be allowed to park on station. Any contactor vehicle without a permit or parked in the wrong lot will be ticketed. All contractors should plan to carpool, no more than one per contractor will be allowed parking onsite. If there are no parking spaces available the contractors vehicle shall be parked off site.

1.6 FIRE SAFETY

A. Applicable Publications: Publications listed below form part of this

Article to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by basic designations only.

1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

E84-2009.............Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials

2. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

10-2010..............Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers

30-2008..............Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code

51B-2009.............Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work

70-2011..............National Electrical Code

241-2009.............Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations

3. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA):

29 CFR 1926..........Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

B. Fire Safety Plan: Establish and maintain a fire protection program in accordance with 29 CFR 1926. Prior to start of work, prepare a plan detailing project-specific fire safety measures, including periodic status reports, and submit to PROJECT MANAGER for review for compliance with contract requirements in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP

DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES Prior to any worker for the contractor or subcontractors beginning work, they shall undergo a safety briefing provided by the general contractor’s competent person per OSHA requirements. This briefing shall include information on the construction limits, VAMC safety guidelines, means of egress, break areas, work hours, locations of restrooms, use of VAMC equipment, etc.

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Documentation shall be provided to the PROJECT MANAGER that individuals have undergone contractor’s safety briefing.

C. Site and Building Access: Maintain free and unobstructed access to facility emergency services and for fire, police, and other emergency response forces in accordance with NFPA 241.

D. Separate temporary facilities, such as trailers, storage sheds, and dumpsters, from existing buildings and new construction by distances in accordance with NFPA 241. For small facilities with less than 6 m (20 feet) exposing overall length, separate by 3m (10 feet).

E. Temporary Construction Partitions:

1. Install and maintain temporary construction partitions to provide smoke-tight, 1-hour fire rated separations between construction areas and adjoining areas. Construct partitions of gypsum board or treated plywood (flame spread rating of 25 or less in accordance with ASTM E84) on both sides of fire retardant treated wood or metal steel studs. Extend the partitions through suspended ceilings to floor slab deck or roof. Seal joints and penetrations. At door openings, install Class C, ¾ hour fire/smoke rated doors with self-closing devices.

2. Install fire-rated temporary construction partitions as shown on drawings to maintain integrity of existing exit stair enclosures, exit passageways, fire-rated enclosures of hazardous areas, horizontal exits, smoke barriers, vertical shafts, and openings enclosures.

3. Close openings in smoke barriers and fire-rated construction to maintain fire ratings. Seal penetrations with listed through-penetration firestop materials in accordance with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

F. Temporary Heating and Electrical: Install, use and maintain installations in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 241 and NFPA 70.

G. Means of Egress: Do not block exiting for occupied buildings, including paths from exits to roads. Minimize disruptions and coordinate with

PROJECT MANAGER.

H. Egress Routes for Construction Workers: Maintain free and unobstructed egress. Inspect daily. Report findings and corrective actions weekly to

PROJECT MANAGER.

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I. Fire Extinguishers: Provide and maintain extinguishers in construction areas and temporary storage areas in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA

241 and NFPA 10.

J. Flammable and Combustible Liquids: Store, dispense and use liquids in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 241 and NFPA 30.

K. Not used.

L. Sprinklers: Install, test, and activate new automatic sprinklers prior to removing existing sprinklers.

M. Existing Fire Protection: Do not impair automatic sprinklers, smoke and heat detection, and fire alarm systems, except for portions immediately under construction, and temporarily for connections. Provide fire watch for impairments more than 4 hours in a 24-hour period. Request interruptions in accordance with Article, OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS, and coordinate with PROJECT MANAGER. All existing or temporary fire protection systems (fire alarms, sprinklers) located in construction areas shall be tested as coordinated with the medical center.

Parameters for the testing and results of any tests performed shall be recorded by the medical center and copies provided to the PROJECT

MANAGER.

N. Smoke Detectors: Prevent accidental operation. Remove temporary covers at end of work operations each day. Coordinate with PROJECT MANAGER.

O. Hot Work: Perform and safeguard hot work operations in accordance with

NFPA 241 and NFPA 51B. Coordinate with PROJECT MANAGER. Obtain permits from facility Safety Officer at least _24_ hours in advance. Designate contractor's responsible project-site fire prevention program manager to permit hot work.

P. Fire Hazard Prevention and Safety Inspections: Inspect entire construction areas weekly. Coordinate with, and report findings and corrective actions weekly to PROJECT MANAGER.

Q. Smoking: Smoking is prohibited in and adjacent to construction areas inside existing buildings and additions under construction. In separate and detached buildings under construction, smoking is prohibited except in designated smoking rest areas.

R. Dispose of waste and debris in accordance with NFPA 241. Remove from buildings daily.

S. Perform other construction, alteration and demolition operations in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.

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T. If required, submit documentation to the PROJECT MANAGER that personnel have been trained in the fire safety aspects of working in areas with impaired structural or compartmentalization features.

1.7 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.

(FAR 52.236-10)

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

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

1. Construction Project Managers shall have 30 hours of OSHA training or equivalent training. Each foreman for primary disciplines, i.e.

electrical, mechanical, structural, plumbing, etc., shall have 30 hours of OSHA training or equivalent training.

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.

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 Medical Center 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:

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To insure such executions, Contractor shall furnish the COR with a schedule of approximate 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 dates to insure accomplishment of this work in successive phases mutually agreeable to

Medical Center Director, COR and Contractor, as follows:

PHASE 1 Consists of replacing defective steam trap assemblies, aged condensate piping, condensate pumps and consolidation of pressure reducing valves for building 1, 2 and 7. The new piping, condensate pumps and pressure reducing valves shall be installed prior to removal of existing.

PHASE 2 Consists of decommissioning the existing steam and condensate associated with the original Building-1 perimeter convector system that has been removed in phases in recent years. The final phase, which is part of this project, shall be removal of all associated horizontal piping and abandoning of the vertical risers.

The final phase of this decommissioning must occur after the VA project

"Replace Fan Coils and Convectors - Phase 2" is complete. This project is currently under construction. Contractor shall coordinate the timing of the final phase such that the existing convector system remains operational until all associated equipment is removed. As the "FCU

Project" has yet to be completed, This design is based on the assumption that all steam equipment associated with this convector system will be removed upon completion of the "FCU Project". Government shall verify that every piece of equipment has been removed from this system and coordinate any additional equipment removal and replacement with the Medical Center.

Phase I: Performance Period - 821 calendar days’ duration

Phase II: Performance Period - 150 calendar days’ duration

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H. Building(s) Nos. 1, 2 and 7 will be occupied during performance of work; immediate areas of alterations will not be vacated unless otherwise noted in the Contract Documents.

1. Certain areas of Building No.1 will be occupied by Medical Center personnel for various periods as listed below. Areas indicated “day access OK” will require coordination with COR for access during normal working hours:

AREA PERIOD/NORMAL WK HRS COMMENTS

Pharmacy (BS) 7 AM – 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

EMS (BS) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F* Will not move; *Extended hrs

– may be occupied prior to 7

AM and after 4 PM; no work/area; day access OK (if required)

Offices (BE) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Shops (BE) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

SPS (BSW) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; Sterile area;

day access OK

Laboratory (BSW) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; no work/area

Blood Draw (BW) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

ENT (1E) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; night/weekend access only

Audiology (1E) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; night/weekend access only

Kitchen (1S) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F* Will not move; Food prep/ storage req’ts.;

night/weekend access only;

See Phasing Req’ts. and drawings for additional req’ts.; *may be occupied prior to 7 AM and after 4 PM

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Pharmacy (1S,1SW) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; Sterile area;

day access OK

Offices (1N) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; no work/area;

See area 1E drawings

Police (1N) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; no work/area;

See area 1E drawings

EMS (1SW) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; Sterile area;

no work/area

Patient Care (1SW) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; Sterile area;

no work/area

ER (1W) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

ENT, Offices (1W) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Transplant (2E) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Offices (2E) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

PT/Rehab, Orthopedic (2S) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Prosthetics (2S) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Radiology (2SW) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Dental (2SW) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Nuclear Medicine (2W) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F* Will not move; *May be occupied during overnight hours; night/weekend access only w/ coordination

Offices (3E) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Canteen (3S) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; Food prep/ storage req’ts.; night/ weekend access or after 2 pm; See Phasing Req’ts. for after-hours work

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Credit Union, Offices 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Outpatient Surgery (4E) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; Sterile area;

day access OK

OR, PACU (4S) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; Sterile area;

no work/area; night/weekend access only (if required)

Surgery/OR, MICU (4SW) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; Sterile area;

no work/area; night/weekend access only (if required)

Urology, SICU (4W) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Patient Wards (5E,5W,6E,6W,7E,7W,8E) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F* Will not move; day access OK w/ coordination; *wards occupied 24 hrs/day, 7 days/week

Renal Dialysis (5W) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK primarily Tuesday/Thursday

Patient Wards (8W) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F* Will not move; day access OK w/ coordination; Renovation/

Fan Coil work - See Phasing

Req’ts. for area-specific restrictions.

Oncology (8W) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Offices (9E) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Behavioral Health (9W) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F* Will not move; day access ok; *ward occupied 24 hrs/day, 7 days/week; See

Phasing Req’ts. for area-specific restrictions.

Tissue Typing (10E) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

Offices, Medical Media (10W) 7 AM - 4 PM M-F Will not move; day access OK

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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. Coordinate alteration work in areas occupied by Department of Veterans Affairs so that Medical Center operations will continue during the construction period.

a. Refer to Drawing GI001 “Phasing Requirements” for additional information and work requirements in areas listed and for those not listed above.

b. Work in corridors and routes of access or egress in above-listed areas is restricted to outside normal working hours shown, unless noted otherwise in the Phasing Requirements. Coordinate with the

COR prior to the need for access to areas during normal working hours.

2. Immediate areas of alterations not mentioned in preceding

Subparagraph 1 will be temporarily vacated while alterations are performed.

I. The VA will provide dumpsters for all construction excluding asbestos containing material. Contractors that requires space for a project specific dumpster other than an asbestos dumpster will be denied due to lack of space at the facility.

J. When a building and/or construction site is turned over to Contractor, Contractor shall accept entire responsibility including upkeep and maintenance therefore:

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

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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.

3. For areas of grounds damaged due to contractor/construction, Contractor shall restore grass areas with sod. Contractor will be responsible for watering and maintaining of new plants for a year after final inspection/acceptance.

K. Utilities Services: Maintain existing utility services for Medical

Center at all times. Provide temporary facilities, labor, materials, equipment, connections, and utilities to assure uninterrupted services.

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 a detailed work plan, the Medical Center Director’s prior knowledge and written approval. Refer to specification Section 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS, for additional requirements.

2. Contractor shall submit a request to interrupt any such services to

COR, in writing, 7 days in advance of proposed interruption. Request shall state reason, date, exact time of, and approximate duration of such interruption.

3. 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

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approved by Medical Center may occur at other than Contractor's normal working hours.

4. Major interruptions of any system must be requested, in writing, at least 15 calendar days prior to the desired time and shall be performed as directed by the COR.

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.

L. 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, shall be sealed, capped or plugged at the main, branch or panel they originate from. The lines shall not be capped in 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.

M. To minimize interference of construction activities with flow of

Medical Center traffic, comply with the following:

1. Keep roads, walks and entrances to grounds, to parking and to occupied areas of buildings clear of construction materials, debris and standing construction equipment and vehicles.

2. Method and scheduling of required cutting, altering and removal of existing roads, walks and entrances must be approved by the COR.

N. 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.

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O. Work in the A West shaft may require permission to enter and fall protection.

1.8 ALTERATIONS

A. Survey: Before any work is started, the Contractor shall make a thorough survey with the COR and a representative of VA Supply Service, of areas of buildings in which alterations occur and areas which are anticipated routes of access, and furnish a report, signed by all three, 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 buildings.

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 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 and/or Supply Representative, 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 accordingly, under provisions of clause entitled "DIFFERING SITE

CONDITIONS" (FAR 52.236-2) and "CHANGES" (FAR 52.243-4 and VAAR

852.236-88).

C. Re-Survey: Thirty days before expected partial or final inspection date, the Contractor and COR together shall make a thorough re-survey

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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.

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. Protection of 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.

1.9 INFECTION PREVENTION MEASURES

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.

B. Establish and maintain a dust control program as part of the contractor’s infection preventive measures in accordance with the guidelines provided by ICRA Group. Prior to start of work, prepare a plan detailing project-specific dust protection measures, including periodic status reports, and submit to PROJECT MANAGER for review for compliance with contract requirements in accordance with Section 01 33

23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES.

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1. All personnel involved in the construction or renovation activity shall be educated and trained in infection prevention measures established by the medical center.

C. Medical center Infection Control personnel shall monitor for airborne disease (e.g. aspergillosis) as appropriate during construction. A baseline of conditions may be established by the medical center prior to the start of work and periodically during the construction stage to determine impact of construction activities on indoor air quality. In addition:

1. The RE and VAMC Infection Control personnel shall review pressure differential monitoring documentation to verify that pressure differentials in the construction zone and in the patient-care rooms are appropriate for their settings. The requirement for negative air pressure in the construction zone shall depend on the location and type of activity. Upon notification, the contractor shall implement corrective measures to restore proper pressure differentials as needed.

2. In case of any problem, the medical center, along with assistance from the contractor, shall conduct an environmental assessment to find and eliminate the source.

D. In general, following preventive measures shall be adopted during construction to keep down dust and prevent mold.

1. Dampen debris to keep down dust and provide temporary construction partitions in existing structures where directed by PROJECT MANAGER.

Blank off ducts and diffusers to prevent circulation of dust into occupied areas during construction.

2. Do not perform dust producing tasks within occupied areas without the approval of the PROJECT MANAGER. For construction in any areas that will remain jointly occupied by the medical Center and

Contractor’s workers, the Contractor shall:

a. Provide dust proof one-hour fire-rated temporary drywall construction barriers to completely separate construction from the operational areas of the hospital in order to contain dirt debris and dust. Barriers shall be sealed and made presentable on hospital occupied side. Install a self-closing rated door in a

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metal frame, commensurate with the partition, to allow worker access. Maintain negative air at all times. A fire retardant polystyrene, 6-mil thick or greater plastic barrier meeting local fire codes may be used where dust control is the only hazard, and an agreement is reached with the PROJECT MANAGER and Medical

Center.

b. HEPA filtration is required where the exhaust dust may reenter the breathing zone. Contractor shall verify that construction exhaust to exterior is not reintroduced to the medical center through intake vents, or building openings. Install HEPA (High

Efficiency Particulate Accumulator) filter vacuum system rated at

95% capture of 0.3 microns including pollen, mold spores, and dust particles. Insure continuous negative air pressures occurring within the work area. HEPA filters should have ASHRAE

85 or other pre-filter to extend the useful life of the HEPA.

Provide both primary and secondary filtrations units. Exhaust hoses shall be heavy duty, flexible steel reinforced and exhausted so that dust is not reintroduced to the medical center.

c. Adhesive Walk-off/Carpet Walk-off Mats, minimum 600mm x 900mm

(24” x 36”), shall be used at all interior transitions from the construction area to occupied medical center area. These mats shall be changed as often as required to maintain clean work areas directly outside construction area at all times.

d. Vacuum and wet mop all transition areas from construction to the occupied medical center at the end of each workday. Vacuum shall utilize HEPA filtration. Maintain surrounding area frequently.

Remove debris as they are created. Transport these outside the construction area in containers with tightly fitting lids.

e. The contractor shall not haul debris through patient-care areas without prior approval of the PROJECT MANAGER and the Medical

Center. When, approved, debris shall be hauled in enclosed dust proof containers or wrapped in plastic and sealed with duct tape.

No sharp objects should be allowed to cut through the plastic.

Wipe down the exterior of the containers with a damp rag to remove dust. All equipment, tools, material, etc. transported

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through occupied areas shall be made free from dust and moisture by vacuuming and wipe down.

f. Using a HEPA vacuum, clean inside the barrier and vacuum ceiling tile prior to replacement. Any ceiling access panels opened for investigation beyond sealed areas shall be sealed immediately when unattended.

g. There shall be no standing water during construction. This includes water in equipment drip pans and open containers within the construction areas. All accidental spills must be cleaned up and dried within 12 hours. Remove and dispose of porous materials that remain damp for more than 72 hours.

h. At completion, remove construction barriers and ceiling protection carefully, outside of normal work hours. Vacuum and clean all surfaces free of dust after the removal.

E. Final Cleanup:

1. Upon completion of project, or as work progresses, remove all construction debris from above ceiling, vertical shafts, and utility chases that have been part of the construction.

2. Perform HEPA vacuum cleaning of all surfaces in the construction area. This includes walls, ceilings, cabinets, furniture (built-in or free standing), partitions, flooring, etc.

3. All new air ducts shall be cleaned prior to final inspection.

F. Risk Assessments: Contractor shall have mitigation measures implemented throughout construction based on the following assessments:

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1.10 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 or noted on drawings or in specifications 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.

4. PCB Transformers and Capacitors: The Contractor shall be responsible for disposal of the Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) transformers and capacitors. The transformers and capacitors shall be taken out of service and handled in accordance with the procedures of the

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of

Transportation (DOT) as outlined in Code of Federal Regulation

(CFR), Titled 40 and 49 respectively. The EPA's Toxic Substance

Control Act (TSCA) Compliance Program Policy Nos. 6-PCB-6 and 6-PCB-

7 also apply. Upon removal of PCB transformers and capacitors for disposal, the "originator" copy of the Uniform Hazardous Waste

Manifest (EPA Form 8700-22), along with the Uniform Hazardous Waste

Manifest Continuation Sheet (EPA Form 8700-22A) shall be returned to the Contracting Officer who will annotate the contract file and transmit the Manifest to the Medical Center's Chief.

a. Copies of the following listed CFR titles may be obtained from the Government Printing Office:

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40 CFR 261........Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste

40 CFR 262........Standards Applicable to Generators of Hazardous

Waste

40 CFR 263........Standards Applicable to Transporters of

Hazardous Waste

40 CFR 761........PCB Manufacturing, Processing, Distribution in

Commerce, and use Prohibitions

49 CFR 172........Hazardous Material tables and Hazardous

Material Communications Regulations

49 CFR 173........Shippers - General Requirements for Shipments and Packaging

49 CRR 173........Subpart A General

49 CFR 173........Subpart B Preparation of Hazardous Material for

Transportation

49 CFR 173........Subpart J Other Regulated Material; Definitions and Preparation

TSCA..............Compliance Program Policy Nos. 6-PCB-6 and 6-

PCB-7

1.11 PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, AND

IMPROVEMENTS

A. The Contractor shall preserve and protect all structures, equipment, and vegetation (such as trees, shrubs, and grass) on or adjacent to the work site, which are not to be removed and which do not unreasonably interfere with the work required under this contract. The Contractor shall only remove trees when specifically authorized to do so, and shall avoid damaging vegetation that will remain in place. If any limbs or branches of trees are broken during contract performance, or by the careless operation of equipment, or by workmen, the Contractor shall trim those limbs or branches with a clean cut and paint the cut with a tree-pruning compound as directed by the Contracting Officer.

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B. The Contractor shall protect from damage all existing improvements and utilities at or…