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Statement of Work Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center

Repair Salt Shed April 2025

Purpose The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, supervision and all other services required to replace the upper structure of the existing salt shed in accordance with the requirements outlined herein. The salt shed structure is in the corner of Lot B of the Wilkes Barre VAMC; the vicinity is used for storage of salt and similar materials for maintenance operations.

The salt shed has an approximate 2000 SF footprint, has a 3-sided concrete base with walls approximately 8-10 feet high. The existing structure is equipped with a dome contour metal upper roof (see figure 1 and 2). The rear of the metal structure has been removed due to damage.

The concrete foundation is to remain, the new storage structure shall be comprised of pressure treated timber and shall be tall enough to allow for vehicular deliveries to the station; Tri-axle dump truck should be able to dump the load of salt inside the building.

Location of Work

Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center 1111 East End Boulevard Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711

Figure 1

Description of Work

Preparation: Demolish and dispose of the existing metal structure attached to the concrete walls in accordance with VA requirements and specifications. Any damage to the concrete foundation or walls shall be repaired in preparation of the new shelter. Lighting fixtures, their associated electrical components and panel (see figure 3) shall be detached and stored prior to demolition

Lot B

Main Entrance

Work Area

Repair Salt Shed April 2025 and reinstalled following the completion of construction. Any lighting fixtures, conduit, or other utility systems which are removed during demolition of the building shall be replaced.

All work shall be performed in accordance with specifications. In the event of a discrepancy, the VA Specifications shall take precedence; all federal, state, and local code/regulations/standards shall be followed.

Figure 2

Structure: The new salt storage structure shall be fabricated using pressure treated timber. The structure must be able to accommodate local wind and snow loads and ensure that rain and water does not come in contact with the stored salt. The following post base detail is an example basis of design for a timber post into a concrete foundation; contractor shall provide their own submittals for anchor construction and material.

Figure 3-0 basis of design

A 5-foot-tall plywood shielding must be constructed above the existing concrete walls (interior wall face) to ensure salt does not deposit on top or between the wall components. Shielding along the base of the timber portion, is intended to provide a physical barrier between the salt deposit and the structural components/hardware of the shelter. The shielding extension of the interior wall shall ensure that salt cannot deposit on or near structural anchoring components of the timber structure. Louvers, vents or other wind load mitigation shall be used to relieve wind pressure on the sides or back of the structure. Within 5 feet of the top of the concrete wall, stainless steel hardware shall be used. All hardware which may be in contact or proximity of the salt deposit (starting at the top of concrete walls and the 5 feet above) shall be stainless steel.

The roof shall be gambrel type (symmetrical with two slopes on each side), with the front of the building left open with no doors or sides of any kind. The front face of the building used for deliveries shall be left completely open and unobstructed by supports. The composition, configuration and slope of the structure shall ensure compliance with local snow load and wind load rating. Roof materials must include 30-year laminated asphalt shingles with decking material in accordance with spec section: 07 31 13 ASPHALT SHINGLES.

The rafter design shall ensure that delivery trucks can lift bed along the entire length of the structure (approximately 25 feet high with a minimum of 15-foot width)

Repair Salt Shed April 2025

Any lighting fixtures, conduit, or other utility systems which are damaged during demolition of the building, or unable to be reinstalled, shall be replaced. Lighting shall direct light from the entrance toward the rear of the shelter, providing high visibility inside the unit. Lighting shall not be directed toward the front of the building as it causes safety risks for incoming driver vision.

All work shall be performed in accordance with specifications. In the event of a discrepancy, the VA Specifications shall take precedence; all federal, state, and local code/regulations/standards shall be followed.

Construction submittals must contain:

1. Each submittal item shall include, complete detail, location in the project, material and size of components, method of joining various components and assemblies, finish, and location, size and type of anchors.

2. Submit elevated work plan, APP, Crane usage plan, and other specialized safety submittals as necessary

3. Mark items requiring field assembly for erection identification and erection instructions.

4. Provide templates and rough-in measurements as required.

5. Design Calculations for specified live loads and dead loads.

6. Provide submittals for the installation of anchors into concrete and masonry work, and for the positioning of items having anchors to be built into concrete or masonry construction

7. Provide cutsheets for any structural components. Provide information for pull out strength, shear strength for penetrations and brackets to fix timber structure to concrete walls; utilize epoxy type concrete anchors.

a. Use material of commercial quality and suitable for intended purpose for material that is not named or its standard of quality not specified.

b. Use material free of defects which could affect the appearance or service ability of the finished product

c. Design the type, size, location and spacing to resist the loads imposed without deformation of the members or causing failure of the anchor or fastener and suit the sequence of installation.

d. Use material and finish of the fasteners compatible with the kinds of materials which are fastened together and their location in the finished work.

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Conditions:

1. The contractor shall submit shop drawings of all proposed materials and equipment for review and approval by the VA within 15 business days of the notice to proceed is issued by the contracting officer. Submittals shall include product data and other applicable information required as described in the VA Master Specifications. The VA Master Specifications shall be utilized as the minimum basis of design for all new materials and equipment specified for this work unless noted. No work shall begin until all submittals have been reviewed and approved by the VA.

2. The scope of work shall generally consist of, but not necessarily be limited to, providing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, permits, testing, and reports required to install modifications as described above at the Wilkes-Barre VAMC.

3. The contractor shall site verify all conditions and dimensions. All work shall be done according to all local, state, and federal codes and regulations and approved by CO and station POC.

4. Contractor shall provide Safety Plan and project schedule prior to starting work.

5. The contractor shall abide by all federal, state, and local code/regulations/standards shall be followed.

6. All contractors shall always have an identification badge on them with their name and company clearly identified and abide by all VA polices and guild lines.

7. The project superintendent shall have the 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety Course certification and all other construction personnel shall have the 10-hour OSHA Construction Safety Course certification. Submit training records of all employees for approval prior to the start of work.

8. The contractor shall follow good housekeeping practices and shall keep the work and surrounding areas clean and free of debris.

9. The Contractor shall ensure that the road is clearly marked as closed with the use of cones and/or sawhorses and construction barrier tape. The barriers shall remain in place during repairs and the resurfacing is completed and the road has been returned to service.

10. All work shall be completed within 120-days from notice to proceed of the contract.