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April 8, 2024

STATEMENT OF WORK

SCOPE OF THE WORK

PROJECT DATA:

TITLE: Structural Analysis and Stamped Design

BUILDING/FACILITY: Buildings 3, 62, 80 – VA Bedford Healthcare System, Bedford, MA

JOB ORDER CONTRACT NUMBER:

PROJECT REQUEST NO: 518-24-513

COR: Brian Reid

REQUESTOR: Engineering

CONTRACTOR:

DURATION: 45 Calendar Days

GENERAL SCOPE:

Perform a comprehensive structural analysis with a report, including any retrofit/repair solutions, for the existing structures to guarantee that each building location (Building 2. Room 303, Building 2. Room 304, Building 2. Room 333, Building 2. Room 334, Building. 3 Room. 117, Building. 62 Room. B23, Building. 80 Room. 125) can withstand the additional loads caused by new equipment. Provide written determination as to whether the existing structure has the capacity to accommodate the new/upgraded loading or provide a design for a retrofit/repair allowing for the new loading. All submitted documentation shall be stamped by a licensed structural engineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

REQUIREMENTS

1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. All work, material, and workmanship to be furnished shall conform to all applicable local and national standards, VA SOPs, industry recommended practices and safety codes and to the requirements and test procedures of the Massachusetts state building code. These shall supersede drawings, dimensions, and notes in all cases. The VA shall be notified of such changes before work is started. Contractor to obtain all notifications and approvals required before starting work.

2. The Contractor shall thoroughly review the construction documents and site conditions and notify the VA of any discrepancies there-in or with the documents or/and existing conditions. Contractor is responsible for examining the site, and doing any explorations that may be required to verify the conditions.

3. Contractor shall provide and is solely responsible for public and employee protection as necessary and required by the codes, ordinances and regulations of governmental agencies having jurisdiction at the project site.

4. Contractor to provide a construction schedule (Gantt chart or other scheduling tool) that includes start & completion dates, dependencies, dates for approvals. Schedule to be submitted prior to commencing work.

5. The Medical center is a 24/7 facility with multiple end users. The Contractor is required to work directly with the COR in Engineering. Any changes in the schedule or coordination required with the end user shall be facilitated by the COR. Contractors and their subs shall work with the COR and end user main point of contact only. Details within the framework may be discussed directly with the end user point of contact with prior understanding of the COR. COR shall be copied on all correspondences.

6. Change orders shall be presented to the VA for review and approval. No work shall take place before prior written approval.

7. Requests for information (RFI) shall be submitted in writing to the VA.

8. Contractor/sub-contractors shall warrant work performed for a period of one year from the date of final acceptance.

9. Contractor to review all submittals (including those from subcontractors) and verify accuracy of contents, including material field dimensions, adjacent construction, conformance with the specified environmental and job conditions, coordination with other work and the contract documents.

10. Submittals shall be stamped to signify that it has been reviewed by the Contractor as noted above and sent to the VA for review and approval. Provide samples of all finish materials.

DETAILED REQUIREMENTS:

1. Conduct an initial visual examination of the structure and identify any visible signs of structural problems, including but not limited to cracks, deformations, corrosion, or other anomalies.

2. Conduct a site investigation to gather data and collect relevant information.

3. Review the architectural and engineering plans to understand the original design intent and identify potential areas of concern.

4. Perform non-destructive testing to help assess the overall condition of the structure.

5. Assess the structural components, including walls, columns, beams, slabs, foundations, and connections, to determine their adequacy and potential defects or failures.

6. Perform a detailed structural analysis using appropriate engineering software and techniques to evaluate the strength, stability, and load-carrying capacity of the structure.

7. Prepare a comprehensive report detailing the findings of the structural analysis and site investigation, along with recommended retrofit/repair solutions.

SCHEDULE:

Contractor is required to provide a project schedule based on the required work.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

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END OF SCOPE OF WORK