EXHIBIT B SOW ASR-A New Replacing Vet Center Lease.pdf

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VERSION DATED 02.16.2024

READJUSTMENT COUNSELING SERVICE - VET CENTER

STATEMENT OF WORK/AGENCY SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

NEW REPLACING

The Department of Veterans Affairs is interested in leasing (contiguous) clinical space for a Vet Center.

Space shall be available for use by Tenant (VA) for personnel, furnishings, and equipment to meet the needs for a Vet Center. Space design will provide maximum co-location of the staff providing services to our patients.

The space shall be of contiguous office space in a professional and aesthetically pleasing Building. Space offered must be in a quality building of sound and substantial construction, either a new, modernized building, or one that has undergone restoration or rehabilitation for the intended use. Space shall be in a prime commercial office space with attractive, professional surroundings. Streets and public walkways shall be well maintained. Space shall be located on the ground floor.

The Lease shall be Fully Serviced to include Janitorial, Basic Cable, Guest High Speed Internet Wi-Fi, Security and CCTV Monitoring and Maintenance. The lease shall follow the standard specifications and requirements in the Request for Lease Proposal (RLP) and executed lease contract. If any conflict between standards or regulatory framework is found, the offeror must use the higher standard and follow the more stringent regulation.

The Lessor shall provide all materials, parts, and labor to complete the below space and room requirements.

All rooms (except Telecommunications Room) should be master keyed, locking mechanism should be on the inside of the frame, and locking mechanism must be approved by the VA.

ROOM REQUIREMENTS

A. ENTRANCE / EXTERIOR

1. Vestibule provided at public entrance where weather conditions and heat loss are important factors.

2. Power Assisted Front Entrance Door operated by push pad on both sides of the door.

3. Entry control system to support VA staff ability to view, communicate, and open the door remotely before allowing access to the space.

4. One (1) Exterior GFI outlet, location determined by the VA.

5. One (1) Exterior outlet for the Mobile Vet Center, location determined by the VA.

7. Flagpole for displaying the US Flag near building or near public main entrance; flag should be properly illuminated during the hours of darkness.

8. Lighted “EXIT” signs with battery backup.

B. LOBBY AREA

1. Two (2) quadraplex Data outlets next to quadraplex Electrical outlets.

2. Two (2) quadraplex Electrical outlets next to quadraplex Data outlets.

3. Two (2) duplex Electrical outlets on the opposite walls.

4. One (1) Dimmer Light Switch.

5. Luxury Vinyl Tile/Plank (LVT/LVP); continues through hallway corridors.

6. Direct window access.

7. Window Coverings. Horizontal manual roller shades with solar glare and heat reduction.

8. Access Controlled Door to clinical area with full-length glass panel.

9. Access Controlled Door with electronic card access locking mechanism.

10. Corridors minimum of 5 feet in clear width.

11. Vinyl Corner Guards (from top of Vinyl Base) mounted at height 48” in hallways.

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12. Drinking Fountain. A wall hung stainless Bottle Filling Station & Single ADA Cooler provided in the waiting area.

Maintenance and filter replacement by the Lessor.

13. Cable TV audio/video wall jack, HDMI, dual Data outlet and quadruplex Electrical outlet.

14. Wall backing and mounting materials for VA furnished television installed by Lessor; location determined by VA.

15. Cable Television Service provided by Lessor; payment included in annual rent (Lobby and three Group Rooms).

16. Guest high speed internet Wi-Fi at or above 600 Mbps paid for/provided by the Lessor through the annual rent.

17. Smoke Detector. Hardwire Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Detector with Battery Backup and

Voice Alert.

C. RESTROOM (MALE AND FEMALE)

1. ADA handicap accessibility to include grab bars at commode.

2. Power Assisted Door operatized by a push pad on both sides of the door.

3. Solid Core Wood Doors with soundproofing jamb seals, a threshold seal, automatic door bottom, and soft closing door feature.

4. Sound Transmission Class (STC) 45.

5. Nurse Call Hardwired transmitter device.

6. One (1) GFCI duplex Electrical outlet.

7. Porcelain Floor Tile.

8. Porcelain Wall Tile. Tile 4 feet up from the floor, with tile accent strip.

9. Commercial Grade Toilet with automatic toilet flushers.

10. Dual Roll Toilet Paper Dispenser.

11. Vanity with sink and structure to hide exposed plumbing.

12. Mirror over sink, minimum of 24"x 36"

13. Automated touchless Soap Dispenser provided, maintained, and refilled by the Lessor.

14. Automated touchless Paper Towel Dispenser provided, maintained, and refilled by the Lessor.

15. Built-in waste receptacle.

16. Three (3) Coat hooks on the wall behind the door.

17. Baby changing station.

D. RECEPTION AREA

1. Two (2) quadraplex Data outlets next to quadraplex Electrical outlets.

2. Two (2) quadraplex Electrical outlets next to quadraplex Data outlets.

3. Two (2) duplex Electrical outlets on the opposite walls.

4. Nurse Call Hardwired transmitter device.

5. One (1) dimmer light switch.

6. Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT).

7. Direct access to lobby area.

8. Window Coverings. Horizontal manual roller shades with solar glare and heat reduction.

9. Reception area contiguous with the Program Support Assistant; glass door or window to observe the lobby area.

10. Countertop. Solid Surface Countertop utilizing concealed mounting brackets where practicable.

E. OFFICES (DIRECTOR, OFFICE MANAGER, COUNSELORS)

1. Two (2) quadraplex Data outlets next to quadraplex Electrical outlets. (See diagram)

2. Two (2) quadraplex Electrical outlets next to quadraplex Data outlets. (See diagram)

3. Two (2) duplex Electrical outlets on the opposite walls. (See diagram)

4. Nurse Call Wireless transmitter device.

5. One (1) Dimmer light switch.

6. Carpet Tile.

7. Window Coverings. Horizontal manual roller shades with solar glare and heat reduction.

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8. Solid Core Wood Doors with soundproofing jamb seals, a threshold seal, and automatic door bottom.

9. Sound Transmission Class (STC) 45.

10. Coat Hooks. Three (3) coat hooks behind door.

11. Master keyed with locking mechanism on inside of frame. (Excludes Telecommunications Room)

12. Typical office layout diagram with data and electric placement.

F. GROUP COUNSELING ROOM/ CONFERENCE ROOM

1. Four (4) quadraplex Data outlets, next to quadraplex Electrical outlets.

2. Four (4) quadraplex Electrical outlets, next to Data outlets.

3. Two (2) duplex Electrical outlets on the opposite walls.

4. Nurse Call Hardwired transmitter device with protective clear cover.

5. One (1) Dimmer light switch.

6. Carpet Tile.

7. Window Coverings. Horizontal manual roller shades with solar glare and heat reduction.

8. Solid Core Wood Doors with soundproofing jamb seals, a threshold seal, and automatic door bottom.

9. Sound Transmission Class (STC) 45.

10. Coat Hooks. Three (3) coat hooks behind door.

11. Cable TV audio/video wall jack, HDMI, dual Data outlet and quadruplex Electrical outlet.

12. Wall backing and mounting materials for VA furnished television installed by Lessor; location determined by VA.

13. Cable Television Service provided by Lessor; payment included in annual rent (Lobby and three Group Rooms).

14. Master keyed with locking mechanism on inside of frame. (Excludes Telecommunications Room)

G. KITCHEN / EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM

1. Six (6) duplex Electrical outlets (refrigerator on own breaker, microwave oven on own breaker, two counter height (GFFI), two 18” from floor).

2. Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT).

3. Perimeter walls extend from floor slab or 12 inches above the ceiling grid and fill with fiberglass bat insulation.

4. Kitchen Cabinets. Upper and lower kitchen cabinets,

5. Kitchen Countertop. Minimum 10’ feet solid surface countertop (Quartz or Corian).

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6. Sink. Double compartment stainless sink.

7. Garbage Disposal.

8. Solid Core Wood Doors with soundproofing jamb seals, a threshold seal, automatic door bottom, and soft closing door feature.

9. Sound Transmission Class (STC) 45.

10. Dishwasher provided by the Lessor.

11. Microwave Oven (1.7 cu. ft. minimum) provided by the Lessor.

12. Refrigerator (20-25 cu. ft. minimum) with water feed and ice maker provided by the Lessor.

13. Smoke Detector. Hardwire Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Detector with Battery Backup and

Voice Alert.

H. JANITORIAL /HOUSEKEEPING / UTILITY CLOSET

1. Two (2) GFCI duplex Electrical outlets.

2. Sealed concrete floor.

3. Adjustable wire shelving on two walls.

4. Mop Sink.

I. SUPPLY / STORAGE ROOM

1. Two (2) quadraplex Data outlets, next to quadraplex Electrical outlets.

2. Two (2) quadraplex Electrical outlets, next to Data outlets.

3. Two (2) duplex Electrical outlets counter height.

4. Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT).

5. Solid Core Wood Doors with soundproofing jamb seals, a threshold seal, automatic door bottom, soft closing door feature.

6. Access Controlled Door with electronic card access locking mechanism.

7. Smoke Detector. Hardwire Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Detector with Battery Backup and

Voice Alert.

8. Cable television box, Guest Wi-Fi Router, and Security Alarm Control Panel; location determined by VA.

9. Casework cabinetry and counter provided by VA furniture vendor.

J. TELECOMMUNICATIONS ROOM

1. The Lessor shall provide all equipment, material, parts, and labor to complete the room requirements.

2. Minimum of 80 square feet.

3. All perimeter walls extend from floor slab to structural system (deck) to prevent up and over access.

4. Fire rated ¾” plywood backboard (rating must be visible) for mounting service provider/security/video and similar equipment.

5. Smoke Detector. Hardwire Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Detector with Battery Backup and

Voice Alert.

6. Concrete Floor.

7. No windows or other openings.

8. Overhead lighting in front and back of the network rack.

9. Solid Core Wood Door with the veneer to match the existing suite doors.

10. Metal frame with dead lock pin, automatic locking upon entry and exit.

11. Temperature controlled and maintained at 69 degrees on a 24x7 basis; Lessor provided mini split HVAC system.

12. One (1) 45U network (24wX48dX80h) four post channel rack with vertical cable management (see Appendix B, sheet 37 of the Infrastructure Standard for Telecommunications Spaces for equipment specifications.

13. Rack secured to the floor and seismically braced to the building.

14. Provide a minimum of 3 foot of clearance on front and rear sides of the installed rack.

15. Data racks shall have vertical and horizontal organizers affixed.

https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/dguide/OIT-InfrastrucStdTelecommSpaces.pdf

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16. Two (2) quadraplex Electrical outlets, centrally mounted above ladder rack system.

17. Cable tray ladder rack from the wall to the top of relay rack, allowing for a pathway to conduits and 110 blocks.

18. Category 6A performance category of all installed untwisted shielded pair (UTP) copper distribution elements

(permanent link, patch panels and cables, and work area outlet (WAO) jacks) for network data transmission.

19. UTP patch panels. If flat patch panels are used, provide 1RU (rack unit) of horizontal cable management equipment above and below each patch panel (2RU between patch panels). Horizontal cable managers are not necessary if angled patch panels are used (see Appendix B, sheet 29, plate 2 of the Infrastructure Standard for Telecommunications Spaces).

20. Patch panels placed in the front top 1/3 of the network rack (RUs 31-45).

21. Rack-mounted uninterruptible power supply (UPS) and power distribution unit (PDU) equipment at the bottom of the network rack, beginning at RU1.

22. Four (4) quadraplex Electrical 120V 20A convenience power outlet with NEMA 5-15/20 receptacles on each wall;

power to support the network rack.

23. Two (2) each L5-30 locking receptacles on separate circuits for redundancy.

24. One (1) single-phase 120V L5-30 input and one (1) single-phase L5-30 output rack-mounted UPS supporting up to 2880VA of equipment load and providing ten (10) minutes of battery backup.

25. Two (2) zero-U vertical rack PDUs with L5-30 inputs and a minimum of six (6) each NEMA 5-15 receptacles to support IT equipment. One rack PDU shall be powered via the UPS.

26. Bonding system compliant with the requirements of ANSI/TIA-607-D to include Primary Bonding Busbar (PBB), Rack Bonding Busbar (RBB), Telecommunications Equipment Bonding Conductor (6 AWG), and Rack Bonding Conductor (6 AWG). Install RBB in the top rear RU position in the network rack. Network rack and cable tray sections shall be bonded. Unit Bonding Conductors (UBCs) and their connection to the RBB and network equipment by others. See Appendix B, sheet 24 of the Infrastructure Standard for Telecommunications Spaces for additional guidance.

27. One conduit pathway from Telecommunications Room point of demarcation to connect the building with AT&T or local exchange carrier.

a. A direct run from the street, where the circuits enter the building, to the wall or rack is preferred.

b. Sizing of conduits must be based on a 40 percent fill.

28. Provide, install, and coordinate with AT&T or the local exchange carrier (LEC) to bring in both fiber and copper infrastructure into the Telecommunications Room. If carrier equipment requires power to ensure the facility has internet during a power outage, install the carrier equipment in the network rack and power via the UPS.

Provide and install shelf equipment as necessary to support equipment not designed to be mounted in a standard network rack.

29. All telecommunications services (e.g., data, telephone, cable television, etc.) are terminated in the Telecommunications Room.

30. Access to Telecommunications Room restricted to VA OIT or persons authorized by VA OIT; not to include facility Lessor or any other tenant.

31. Access controls to the space include VA cored lock, access card and PIN number, as a secondary authentication.

▪ Scramble Pad type PIN readers are recommended.

32. VA Cored Lock. Provide core to VA for VA OIT TR keying, return to Lessor for installation.

▪ Simplistic SMIC (small format interchangeable core) type lock, core, and hardware.

▪ Brand or equivalent https://www.cnclathing.com/guide/what-is-sfic-core-understanding-sfic-cores-keys-locks-sfic-vs-lfic-cnclathing

33. Metal frame door with dead lock pin, automatic locking upon entry and exit for a secure room.

34. Intrusion Detection Alarm to detect entry into the room with audible alarm.

35. Motion Sensor Lights activate upon entry; sufficient lighting installed for safe passage and to permit Security

Camera identification in the space.

36. Please refer to the OIT Enterprise Facility IT Support Infrastructure Standards for details https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/dguide/OIT-InfrastrucStdTelecomSpaces.pdf

37. Direct telecommunications infrastructure questions to VA OIT.

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K. TELECOMMUNICATIONS DATA OUTLETS (TO CONNECT INTO THE VA NETWORK)

1. Standard Data Outlets: Each data outlet device location will have four (4) Work Area Outlet (WAO) Standard

Density design cable runs that terminate on the high-density rack mounted patch panel in the Telecommunications Room.

2. Wall Mounted Phones: Any jacks for wall mounted phones should have 1 data cable to support VoIP, and be on a 1 port metal plate, and accommodate RJ45. Cabling must be installed according to BISCI standards.

3. All permanent link cabling from the Telecommunications Room to the outlet require continuous runs with no splices and be less than 295’.

4. Patch Panels, jacks, and cables require CAT 6A and shall be tested and certified; test results provided to VA COR.

5. Location of Data Outlets:

a. If construction at the data outlet location is drywall, provide flush-mounted single-gang outlet boxes with four-port base plates and applicable wall device faceplates (cable installed behind drywall).

b. If the construction at the data outlet location is a solid wall, provide surface-mounted single-gang outlet boxes with four-port base plates and applicable wall device faceplates (cable installed in plastic wall mold equipped with protective insulator or sleeve).

c. Where modular furniture is used, the data outlet location will be in the baseboard of the furniture, where the networked equipment (computers, printers, etc.) will be located. Provide flush-mounted single gang outlet boxes with four-port base plates and applicable wall device faceplates. If flush-mounted single-gang outlet boxes cannot be used, then modular surface mount boxes will be used with four-port inserts.

All cable runs in modular furniture will be through furniture wire baseboard ducts/conduit.

6. The Lessor shall provide and install all cable runs throughout the space.

7. All telecommunications services (e.g., data, telephone, cable television, etc.) shall be terminated in the facility

Telecommunications Room.

8. The Lessor shall follow VA naming and labeling conventions in section 5.1.5, Information Transport Systems

Equipment and Component Labeling, of the Infrastructure Standard for Telecommunications Spaces.

Attached labels at the patch panel and wall plate; easily visible and printed, hand-written labels are prohibited.

L. SECURITY

1. Facility Security Level (FSL)

a. Refer to the Facility Security Level (FSL) requirements exhibit included in the lease award contract.

b. Provide a level of security which reasonably deters unauthorized entry during regular and non-duty hours.

c. Security System Monitoring and Maintenance provided by the Lessor and paid through the annual rent.

d. Tenant shall have security within the tenant space, separate from that of the general building security.

e. Key fobs, card readers, or electronic keypad for employee access.

f. No public access to the offices will be allowed.

2. ENTRY CONTROL SYSTEM

a. Tenant shall have the ability to view, communicate, and open the door remotely before allowing access.

b. Ai Phone Video Master Station.

c. Ai Phone Video Door Station; surface mount.

d. Indoor Tone Chime (Qty 3)

3. SECURITY ALARM

a. Lessor shall design, provide equipment, install, maintain, and complete software updates.

b. System to alarm upon illegal entry or loitering and to prevent unauthorized entry.

c. Keypad to disarm the building installed; location determined by VA.

d. Alarm sensors required on all exterior doors and windows.

e. Motion detectors provided in the lobby and the main corridors.

f. Access code updates are included in the lease and coordinated with VA.

g. Security system tested quarterly by the Lessor; a copy of the report sent to VA.

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4. CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION SYSTEM (CCTV)

b. System Monitoring and Maintenance provided by the Lessor and paid through the annual rent.

c. 100% browser-based system, requiring no server or software installation.

d. Single cabinet, stand-alone system; location determined by VA (Reception desk, Program Support

Assistant Office, or Storage Room).

e. Lessor to provide independent network switch and IP address to support the system; location determined by VA (Storage Room).

f. Lessor to provide two (2) tablets with the system software for security monitoring.

g. CCTV system supports the entry control system, 30-day time-lapse video recording, and VA staff ability to view, communicate, and open the door remotely before allowing access to the space.

h. Cameras (exterior) installed to provide unobstructed coverage of pedestrian entrances and exits.

i. Cameras (interior) installed in the lobby, the main corridors, and OIT DATA closet.

j. CCTV system testing and acceptance by the Government is required prior to occupancy.

k. Lessor managed preventive maintenance program for all security systems installed.

5. NURSE CALL SYSTEM

a. Lessor shall design, provide equipment, install, maintain, and complete software updates for the nurse call system also known as call bell or call light system.

b. System reports to master station; location determined by VA.

c. Master station displays the transmitter device location upon call notification.

d. Each transmitter device (hardwired and wireless) individual zoned.

e. Hardwired (restrooms and group rooms). Approximately 7 zones.

f. Wireless. Approximately 15 zones.

g. Audible notification to sound throughout corridors.

6. BUILDING AND ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS

a. Lessors are prohibited from connecting any portion of their building and access control systems (BACS) to any Federally Owned or Operated IT Network.

b. BACS include systems providing fire and life safety control, physical access control, building power and energy control, electronic surveillance, and automated HVAC, elevator, or building monitoring and control services (including IP addressable devices, application servers, or network switches).

c. Lessor is prohibited from installing BACS control panels in the Telecommunication Room.

7. TELECOMUNICATIONS ROOM

a. Access to Telecommunications Room restricted to VA OIT or persons authorized by VA OIT; not to include facility Lessor or any other tenant.

b. Access controls to the space include VA cored lock, access card and PIN number, as a secondary authentication.

c. Scramble Pad type PIN readers are recommended.

d. VA Cored Lock. Provide core to VA for VA OIT TR keying, return to Lessor for installation.

e. Simplistic SMIC (small format interchangeable core) type lock, core, and hardware.

f. Brand or equivalent https://www.cnclathing.com/guide/what-is-sfic-core-understanding-sfic-cores-keys-locks-sfic-vs-lfic-cnclathing

g. Metal frame door with dead lock pin, automatic locking upon entry and exit for a secure room.

h. Intrusion Detection Alarm to detect entry into the room with audible alarm.

i. Motion Sensor Lights activate upon entry; sufficient lighting installed for safe passage and to permit

Security Camera identification in the space.

j. Please refer to the OIT Enterprise Facility IT Support Infrastructure Standards for details https://www.cnclathing.com/guide/what-is-sfic-core-understanding-sfic-cores-keys-locks-sfic-vs-lfic-cnclathing https://www.cnclathing.com/guide/what-is-sfic-core-understanding-sfic-cores-keys-locks-sfic-vs-lfic-cnclathing

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M. FINISHES

1. Vet Center to provide a digital Finish/Color Board preferred option; physical samples provided by Lessor.

a. Luxury Vinyl Tile/Plank 5mm thickness + 20mil wear layer for lobby, corridors, and supply storage; Carpet Tile for offices and group rooms; Corian Solid Surface Counter for kitchen and reception; Oil Based Door Stain; Four Paint Colors with two serving as accent color; Restroom Tile flooring wall (4’ from the floor) and accent strip; Acoustical Ceiling panels HIGH-NRC/HIGH-CAC.

2. VA finish selection approval is required prior to purchase and installation.

N. SIGNAGE

1. EXTERIOR SIGNAGE AND MAIN ENTRY DOOR

a. VHA Readjustment Counseling Service (RCS) created a Vet Center Exterior Signage Guide to provide guidance on our exterior signage; exterior signs must comply with these standards.

b. VA signage design approval is required prior to fabrication and installation.

c. Provide luminated Vet Center logo exterior signage on building.

d. Provide main entry door decal signage.

e. Provide Vet Center logo exterior signage on Marquee.

f. Provide Vet Center logo exterior signage on Monument.

g. Signage shall be legible from main serving road.

h. Signage shall comply with local municipality codes, maximum size in accordance with local building code.

i. Refer to the SOW ASR-B Vet Center Exterior Signage Guide for specifications and requirements associated with the exterior signage.

2. INTERIOR SIGNAGE

a. Provide interior signage for a standard wall sign, ADA compliant braille sign.

b. Refer to SOW ASR-C Interior Signage Guide.

c. VA Interior Signs Design Guide https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/signs/Signage09-Interior.pdf

d. Mandatory entrance signage. VA Signage Design Guide

e. Mounting heights are 5’-0” to top of sign and 2” from door frame.

O. SOUND TRANSMISSION CLASS (STC)

1. Sound Transmission Class (STC) 45. Sound resistant enclosure designed to assure speech privacy and achieve a minimum of STC 45 in Offices, Group Rooms, Restrooms, and Kitchen.

2. Sound Acoustic Field Study:

a. Lessor shall conduct a post construction Sound Acoustic Field Study.

b. Noise Source shall be placed in each space to measure the decibels in the source space, the adjoining rooms, and corridors to determine the noise transmission delta resulting in the calculated STC rating.

3. Examples which may help achieve a sound resistant enclosure include:

a. Door Thickness: STC 45-48 thickness should be 2 ¼”. STC 50+ thickness should be 2 ¾”.

b. Door Core: Sound Dampening core with acoustical felt sound barrier, multi-ply core will work but thicker doors (2 ¼”) is recommended to achieve STC 45+

c. Door with Glass insert: STC 40-44 requires 1” thick insulated glass with ¼” laminated glass on both sides.

d. Door Seal: Soundproofing jamb seals, threshold seal, and automatic door bottom.

e. Ceiling: Acoustical Ceiling Insulation 3 ½”. Acoustical Ceiling Panel, Ceiling Tiles System.

f. Walls floor to deck; Walls 12-18” above ceiling; Walls with two layers 5/8” gypsum board (1) side and (1) layer on the other side (3 total); 20 gauge 2”x 4” metal studs; 24” stud spacing and Rockwool Sound insulation or equal.

P. SOUND MASKING SYSTEM

https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/signs/Signage09-Interior.pdf https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/signs/Signage07-Mandatory.pdf

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b. Sound masking system to consist of a series of ceiling speakers installed in a grid-like pattern, with a method of controlling the speaker’s output.

c. System shall use small adjustment zones to offer control volume and frequency.

d. System zones to include a minimum of lobby area and hallways/corridors.

e. Control system location determined by the VA. (Storage Room or Program Support Office)

Q. CONCEPTUAL FLOOR PLAN

R. SPACE REQUIREMENTS

The room sizes are flexible based on the awarded location.

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