SCOPE OF WORK.pdf

3-2-2020

Minor Project No. 512-519 Building 80H Basement Structural Repairs

Scope of Work

Expand OEF/OIF and Renovate Bldg. 80H for OP Mental Health

Basement Structural Repairs

1. OVERVIEW —

1.1 Government Agency Department and Address:

VA Maryland HealthCare System – VISN5 – Perry Point VAMC

1.2 Project Title, Number and Location:

Project Title: Building 80H Basement Structural Repairs Project Number: Minor Project No. 512-519 Project Location: Perry Point VAMC, Building 80H

1.3 Scope of Work

Contractor to supply all labor, travel, supervision, equipment, tools, materials, and the legal disposal of waste materials as required to temporarily shore, selectively demolish, and repair/replace concrete structural elements comprising the first floor structure of building 80H. Work scope includes, but is not limited to temporary shoring installation, selective demolition of deteriorated concrete floor joists and columns to reach sound concrete, cleaning and repair/replacement of existing reinforcing steel, soffit (overhead) concrete repairs, formwork and pumped placement of concrete, and other work as shown in the design drawings. Work will occur completely within an existing crawlspace with low headroom/clearances.

Contractor shall be certified members of the International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) and have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in the field of structural concrete repair and restoration, hydro-demolition, and temporary shoring of existing structures.

Contractor’s bid to account for all necessary measures to safely accomplish the work required, including temporary & permanent shoring/support of the existing floor structure to allow the demolition and repair work to be safely accomplished, temporary relocation and support of existing utilities, temporary facilities for contractor operations, dust and environmental control measures, site security, and cleanup and legal disposal of all demolished and generated construction materials.

This project has restricted work hours that will require demolition and other heavy noise/vibration generating activities to be completed after-hours and/or utilize weekend work to avoid disruption of daily weekday Medical Center operations. For bidding purposes, hours of medical center operation shall be Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm. Actual work hours shall be determined after award and submission of schedule and coordination of work tasks with medical center activities. Contractor shall account for all off-hours work required in schedule and bid pricing. No additional compensation will be allowed for work hour modification after award of contract. Contractor shall develop a detailed work/safety plan, and obtain VA approval of plan prior to beginning work operations.

Contractor bid and schedule shall include consideration of all VA Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) requirements as well as any Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM) deemed necessary. Building 80H is currently used for treatment of Veteran mental health disorders (primarily PTSD) and is centrally located within the Medical Facility patient treatment area. Supplemental mitigation measures are expected to include temporary vehicular and pedestrian traffic control, site security (chain link fence), dust and moisture control, supplemental fire safety measures, noise and vibration suppression, and worker emergency exit route requirements.

1.4 Period of Performance

a. All work, including closeout submissions, shall be completed within 90 calendar days from date of receipt of contract Notice to Proceed (NTP).

1.6 Attachments

a. “VA Perry Point Bldg 80H Concrete Repair Specifications” PDF File 190 Pages

b. “VA Perry Point Bldg 80H Concrete Repair Plans” PDF File 5 Pages

c. “VA Perry Point Bldg 80H Repair_BID FORM” Excel File 1 Page

Additional Terms and Conditions

1. Pricing and Payment

1.1. This project will be deemed complete when all of the required tasks outlined in this SOW are complete and function as intended by design; the work shall be completed within the areas defined in this document. The VA will complete a final walk through and inspection of all work before processing final payment.

1.2. The contractor may submit progress payment invoices according to the Contracting Officer’s specifications at intervals acceptable to the VA. These progress payments will be substantiated by the COR and Structural Engineer of Record inspections and the daily logs submitted by the contractor.

1.3. Progress payment invoices shall be sent via email to the COR for approval and payment.

1.4. Final payment will not be processed until final walk through and approval is complete and all warranties are issued to the seller (The VA).

2. Construction Requirements

2.1. The Contractor shall have the skills, availability, capacity and all other required resources required to complete the job on time without delay.

2.2. All work to be in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations, and VA technical standards.

2.3. If not specified, all work shall meet or exceed the specifications of currently installed work.

2.4. Provide daily on-site project management to coordinate all building trades and provide liaison for construction and VA Project Engineering. General Foreman will be designated and be on-site at all times.

2.5. All employees of contractor shall comply with VA security management program and obtain permission of the VA police, be identified by project and employer, and be restricted from unauthorized access. VA issued ID Badges shall be worn by all workers while within the campus boundaries. Contractor shall make all necessary arrangements to obtain the required badging prior to commencement of work. VA issued ID badges shall be worn by all workers at all times.

2.6. The contractor shall provide the VA with written a schedule acceptable to the VA. The Schedule shall include milestones and completion dates for each milestone.

2.7. Follow all Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) guidelines for dust control during all construction and demolition work. A construction dust “Risk Assessment” will be conducted by the Medical Center’s Infection Control Nurse. Temporary “dust” barriers will be installed based on this assessment. Bi-weekly inspections of barriers and work areas will be conducted by Infection Control Nurse, Safety Manager, and COR to enforce implementation of risk assessment.

2.8. Follow Interim Life Safety Measures. Any series of Operational Actions taken to temporarily reduce hazards posed by Life Safety deficiencies which have been created by demolition, renovation, or construction works, and which are to remain in place and in effect for duration of Contract work. Provide interim life safety measures (ILSM) where fire protection, fire suppression or smoke/fire partitions will be shutdown or rendered ineffective during construction. Coordinate with VA safety office through COR. ILSM must be posted outside work area at all times.

2.9. All equipment and materials shall be approved prior to being brought on job site.

2.10. Daily logs shall be submitted to the COR the Monday following each week worked.

2.11. When using special keys for access to roof, mechanical and electrical areas, doors must be kept closed and locked while in such spaces.

2.12. Contractor must obtain a burn permit from VA Safety Office and Fire Station prior to any welding, flame cutting, soldering work, and burning.

2.13. The work is in a professional environment, employees must conduct themselves accordingly.

Employees shall not use abusive language, carry firearms, or bring alcoholic beverages on site.

Employee's dress code shall consist of normal work uniform. Shirts must be worn at all times.

2.14. Contractor shall provide general clean up to construction area daily to the satisfaction of the

COR.

2.15. Remove demolished equipment and restore site.

2.16. Hospital smoking policy (NO SMOKING ON CAMPUS).

2.17. OSHA and VA CONSTRUCTION SAFETY STANDARDS will be enforced. Contractor

Supervisor must have 30 hour OSHA Construction Safety course. All contractor employees must have 10 hour OSHA Construction Safety course.

3. Safety and Environmental Precautions

3.1. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local legal requirements regarding workers health and safety. The requirements include but are not limited to, those found in Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) statutes and regulations, such as applicable provisions of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 1910 and 1926. Contractor is solely responsible for determining the legal requirements that apply to activities, and shall ensure safe and healthful working conditions for its employees

3.2. Contractor shall assume the responsibility to guard against causing of fires and/or explosions and to protect Government Property.

3.3. The Contractor shall perform the work in a manner consistent with the area security and fire safety regulations especially with regard to exits and exit way access. Utility shutdowns shall not compromise security, communication or fire safety for occupants.

3.4. No flammable liquids shall be stored or used in the medical center.

3.5. The necessary number and appropriate types of portable fire extinguishers are required per

National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 10 and NFPA 241.

3.6. The Contractor shall receive from the station fire department a permit for all cutting, welding, and soldering. All permits shall be prominently displayed during all construction. Permits must be opened at the start of each activity, and closed at the end of each work day.

3.7. All necessary precautions shall be taken by the contractor to prevent accidental operation of any existing smoke detectors or sprinkler heads.

3.8. A series of operational actions taken to temporarily reduce the hazard posed by life safety deficiencies created during and until completion of construction. Temporary construction partitions of non-combustible or limited combustible material that will not contribute to the development of spread of fire smoke tight and have smooth clean surface.

3.9. In order to provide for control of all environmentally hazardous materials arising from demolition and/or construction activities, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable environmentally hazardous material control and all applicable provisions of the Corps of Engineers’ Manual EM 385-1-1, “General Safety Requirements” as well as the specific requirements stated elsewhere in the Contract Documents

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