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This sources sought notice requests information from contractors capable of providing labor and materials to replace existing xeriscaping at six areas of the San Francisco VA Medical Center campus totaling approximately 13,500 square feet. Respondents must demonstrate experience with similar magnitude xeriscaping replacement projects for government agencies or private facilities. The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks to determine acquisition strategy and potential small business set-asides for a future solicitation with an anticipated value between $250,000 and $500,000 to be issued by Network Contracting Office 21. Responses are due by February 6, 2023 and should include statements of capability, socio-economic status, bonding capacity, and answers to questions about performance periods, similar project experience, power interruptions, and supply chain impacts.

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San Francisco VA Medical Center 4150 Clement St

San Francisco, CA 94121

Date: October 31, 2022

Project: 662-23-120, Replace Xeriscaping of Northwest Portion of Campus

Scope of Work

The San Francisco VA Medical Center requires the services of a qualified general contractor to execute the requirements of project 662-23-120, Replace Xeriscaping of Northwest Campus. This requirement is limited to the replacement of existing aged synthetic turf as bounded by the descriptions below except for Area 6 which is entirely new installation. The existing product is considered at end of useful life and requires remediation or replacement of infill to restore an even and effective surface.

The replacement product is to be LXR Po 80s (Specification attached) or an approved equal. Salient Characteristics of an approved equal will be rating for heavy/high traffic, A pile height of 1.25” +/- .25”, and a system warranty of not less than 8 years. It should be assumed that disposal and replacement of roughly 1” of infill will be required.

Replacement infill material shall follow manufacturer recommendations. Some installation will occur on a grade and will require infill stabilization through a mat, mesh or other means identified by the manufacturer specific to the product and type of installation. Submittals shall identify the salient characteristics and all color options. While color match to existing is preferred, sample shall be provided to VA for final selection.

Installation of product is to follow manufacturer specifications, be performed by a manufacturer, or inspected and certified by the manufacturer as a condition of warranty.

Area Descriptions

Area 1 – Defined as the area to the northwest of Veterans Drive current xeriscaped. It is bounded by Veterans

Drive, the slope retaining wall, and parking on the east and west sides. This area includes a trail access and contains outdoor dining areas that must be accommodated during work. The total area is roughly 6,000 SF.

Area 2 – Defined as the areas north and west of BLDG 10 extending to the sidewalk. The boundary is defined to the north by the xeriscaped areas bounded by the eastern-most edge of BLDG 11 extending East to the separation wall.

The area extends southward to the existing rock garden. The total area is roughly 2,500 SF.

Area 3 – Defined as the areas directly west of BLDG 9 extending to the sidewalk. The boundary is defined by the rock garden roughly parallel to the north end of BLDG 9 and extends southward to the roadway traversing between

BLDG 9 and 8. The total area is roughly 2,000 SF.

Area 4 – Defined as the boulevard rea bounded by the sidewalk to the east and Veterans Drive to the West. It is bounded to the north by the stairs access to the modular facility roughly aligned with the northern entrance to BLDG

10 and exte4nds southward to the roadway traversing between BLDGs 9 and 8. The total area is roughly 800 SF.

Area 5 – This area is island forming the turn-around from Veterans Drive to Parking Lot B. The total area is roughly 300 SF.

Area 6 – This area is island forming to the North of Veterans Drive as an approach to BDG 11. The total area is roughly 2,000 SF.

Constraints / Existing Site Conditions

Area 1 is currently utilized for outdoor dining functions and will require coordination to limit impact. Not more than two tables may be closed at a time during normal business hours. Area 6 is not currently xeriscaped and is encumbered by foliage and spoils piles from previous actions that will require removal from site. Trees in excess of

1.5” in diameter to remain however all other vegetation is to be cleared. Review of site conditions is strongly encouraged.

Period of Performance:

Period of Performance 120 Days

Administrative Performance 60 Days

Work Performance 60 Days

Bid Schedule

Base Bid

The offeror is to provide design and construction period services to complete all work as stated in this scope of work.

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