Project_Agreement_Exhibit_C_(Technical_Requirements).docx

Smithsonian National Zoological Park CPF P3 RFP No. T17SOL10048

Exhibit C: Technical Requirements

Contents

1. Background and Description

1.1. The Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park (NZP) draws roughly two million visitors annually from all over the world. The Zoo was founded in 1889 and its mission is to provide leadership in animal care, science, education, and sustainability. “We save species” is the Zoo’s overarching vision. About 2,000 individuals of 400 different species are in the animal collection. It remains one of only a few free zoos in the country.

1.2. NZP is located in Washington DC on a 163 acre site bounded by Connecticut Avenue, Beach Drive and Cathedral Avenue. The NZP property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The topography of the NZP follows the natural contours of the land as it descends from Connecticut Ave toward Rock Creek. Olmsted Walk is the major pedestrian circulation route for traversing the Zoo’s terrain and should be considered the major destination for visitors that would utilize the new Central Parking Facility.

1.3. As of the date of issuance of the RFP, the Zoo has approximately 850 parking spaces across five surface lots covering approximately 6.38 acres.

1.4. The existing surface parking lots no longer meet the needs of the Zoo’s growing attendance and future programming. The development of a central parking facility is a key part of the Zoo’s 2008 Comprehensive Facilities Master Plan, enabling the Zoo to decommission and repurpose some surface parking lots for animal habitats. The CPF is the catalyst to unlocking the Zoo’s Master Plan.

1.5. By developing the new CPF, the Smithsonian generally aims to:

(i) Facilitate visitation and improve visitor experience by providing visitors with a central, accessible and modernized access point, as well as expanded onsite parking;

(ii) Regain acreage to expand animal habitats;

(i) Consolidate Zoo access points for increased security; and

(iii) Improve pedestrian safety by reducing pedestrian-vehicular conflict.

1.6. NZP has long planned to have a mid-Zoo parking facility. The structure was an important component of the NZP master plan in the 1970s, but due to the large upfront financial investment requirements, the parking structure was never constructed.

1.7. The Smithsonian Facility’s Organization, formerly the Office of Facilities, Engineering and Operations, and NZP have examined circulation and parking at the Zoo since the 1970s through master plans, concept studies, real estate analyses and transportation studies. These studies, which were made available to the Developer during the RFP Process, include:

(i) 1973 NZP Master Plan (proposed a multi-level, terraced parking facility at Lot C);

(ii) 1974 General Services and Parking Facility Project (design for the General Services Building and multi-level garage above with tunnel under North Road; GSB and surface Lot C were constructed, but lack of funding prohibited construction of garage and tunnel);

(iii) 1986 NZP Master Plan (also included a multi-level parking facility atop the GSB and Lot C);

(iv) 2004-2007 GSB Condition Analyses (investigated causes of exposed rebar, structural cracks, deterioration of temporary wood lagging retaining wall, and water infiltration at the back wall of the Commissary);

(v) 2007 Parking Garage Study (developed conceptual designs for multiple parking levels atop GSB and Lot C with bridge over North Road);

(vi) 2008 NZP Comprehensive Facilities Master Plan (included a Transportation Management Plan and Environmental Assessment; proposed realignment of North Road, traffic circles top and bottom, underground parking adjacent to Visitor’s Center, multi-level garage at Lot C, and removal of surface Lots A, B, D);

(vii) 2011 Parking Concept Update and Real Estate Strategy Scenario Study (Updated concept designs and cost estimates for Lot C garage, developed preliminary cost information for underground garage at Visitor’s Center, analyzed Real Estate scenarios along Cathedral Avenue, Connecticut Avenue, and at Lot C); and

(viii) 2016 General Services Building Structural Summary (McMullan & Associates, Inc.).

1.8. The Developer was also provided access during the RFP Process to the following studies, amongst others, which are instrumental to Construction Works planning and design:

(i) Facilities Master Plan Transportation Management Program, December 2008, prepared by RK&K for Smithsonian-NZP;

(ii) General Services Building Parking and Office Expansion, Final Report, November 3, 2011, prepared by Quinn Evans for Smithsonian-NZP;

(iii) Smithsonian, National Zoological Park, Comprehensive Facilities Master Plan Rock Creek Site, Final Report, December 2008, prepared by Ayers Saint Gross for Smithsonian-NZP;

(iv) Conceptual Design Drawings & Narrative, by Quinn Evans dated April 7, 2011 (included within above mentioned General Services Building Parking and Office Expansion);

(v) GSB Lateral Strengthening and Fire Protection and Retaining Wall construction documents, dated August 16, 2012 and final as-built drawings, SF Project 1233101;

(vi) NZP Visitor Services and Circulation Study (Rev 1), by ORCA Consulting, dated April, 2008;

(vii) Related projects and associated reports, such as Olmsted Walk Guidelines and projects currently in design, such as Lower Zoo Entry Visitors Access Control points, SF Project 1533110; and

(viii) NCPC approved comments on concept design, dated October 5, 2017.

1.9. The Construction Works contemplated by the Agreement have been categorized as follows:

(i) Central Parking Facility;

(ii) Pedestrian Bridge;

(iii) Mid-Point Connector Pathway; and

(iv) Ancillary Works.

1.10. Terms used and not otherwise defined in these Technical Requirements shall have the meanings ascribed to them in the Agreement. To the extent that any term or provision specified herein conflicts with any term or provision of the Agreement, the Agreement shall govern.

2. Design Criteria

2.1. With the objective of developing a sustainably designed green multi-level multi-modal parking facility that will accommodate vehicles, a bus drop-off/turn-around (either inside the CPF or outside or adjacent to the CPF), a pedestrian bridge across North Road and mid-point connector pathway scaled to accommodate the number of visitors projected to arrive at this mid-point Zoo entry, the Smithsonian has set forth the following general design goals and criteria.

2.2.1. Design Goals

Primary design goals include:

(i) The Construction Works should be efficient, attending to 1,285 vehicles within the CPF and anticipated pedestrian flows, with adaptable and cost-effective structures.

(ii) The Construction Works should celebrate entry to the NZP and create a sense of arrival appropriate to a world class facility.

(iii) Design should minimize visual impact within Rock Creek Park and blend into the existing valley / forest setting. An integrated landscape design should mitigate the size of the structure, soften its appearance and provide a buffer between the CPF and the Zoo.

(iv) Designs should integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, minimalizing impact on existing facilities.

2.2.2. Design Criteria

General design criteria for the Construction Works includes the following:

(i) Design options for the Construction Works must consider the natural setting of Rock Creek Park and use materials consistent with the context of NZP as well as reflecting the significance of the Smithsonian Institution and the Zoo within the District of Columbia. It should be noted that the GSB is not considered one of the character defining resources contributing to the NZP’s listing in the National Register of Historic Places.

(ii) Design solutions for the Construction Works must account for the proper stewardship of the land, overall visitor experience and both animal and human health, safety and welfare. Designs should be fully aligned with the NZP mission, including incorporation of Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) Green Garage standards or an equivalent.

(iii) The CPF should reflect low-impact design considerations, such as green roofing and vegetated walls.

(iv) Aesthetics for Construction Works must be aligned with the NZP’s central mission, which is “We save species”. NZP is a nationally and internationally recognized conservation organization leader and the design philosophy for this Project must take this into account.

(v) As applicable, designs must comply with the Olmsted Walk Design Guidelines (OWDG), which are intended to support and expand upon the Zoo’s 2008 Comprehensive Facilities Master Plan and 20-Year Programmatic Master Plan

(vi) All Construction Works must be universally accessible and meet or exceed ADA code requirements while preserving the overall character of the NZP.

(vii) Designs should preserve the visual unity and historic character of the NZP.

(viii) Construction Works should integrate with the aesthetic quality of the Zoo’s site and natural park environment.

(ix) Constructions Works will create a gateway to the NZP, creating a first and last impression for many visitors. As such, the CPF, Pedestrian Bridge, and Mid-Point Connector Pathway are collectively intended to be a landmark site, characterized by architectural excellence.

(x) Designs should ensure the NZP entry points provide a positive, impactful first impression and aid in orienting visitors to the Zoo.

(xi) Landscape design should integrate with the existing landscape while also accounting for the NZP’s large visitation and pedestrian circulation. Landscape designs should be comprised of plants native to Rock Creek or of known species that thrive in the Zoo’s environment, as approved by NZP Horticulture.

(xii) The CPF design must provide the number of required parking spaces (1,285), while incorporating vehicular traffic patterns to allow easy ingress and egress with minimal vehicular/pedestrian conflicts. The CPF must also incorporate the latest technology to provide: real time parking availability to patrons and operators, innovative payment options, and physical and electronic security.

(xiii) The CPF’s mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems must meet sustainability, durability, and maintainability expectations. The Smithsonian Institution is a champion of sustainability with the Zoo being a leader within the Smithsonian Institution, thus the systems must visibly demonstrate this commitment and perform such that sustainability is central to their selection.

(xiv) At a minimum, the Construction Works are expected to be designed, constructed and maintained to allow for at least a 30 year life-cycle at the end of the term of the Agreement, so the Construction Works must be designed to be durable enough to withstand the very high vehicular and pedestrian visitation for its expected lifespan without excessive maintenance needs. The Construction Works should be designed to facilitate efficient and cost-effective renewal and rehabilitation of the Construction Works, including the incorporation of innovative materials and technologies to facilitate life-cycle maintenance.

(xv) The CPF must be designed to meet NZP parking demand, providing for intuitive circulation and traffic flow, while accommodating real time parking information and best-in-class amenities and technology to facilitate traffic management.

(xvi) Designs should be fully integrated into the Traffic Management Plan and include technologies designed to facilitate traffic and pedestrian flows.

(xvii) Design and massing should minimize visual intrusion from Olmsted Walk and Rock Creek Park, with particular emphasis on views from Beach Drive and adjacent recreational trails.

(xviii) Designs should protect the adjacent natural habitat by retaining and treating stormwater on-site to eliminate runoff into Rock Creek.

(xix) Aesthetically, considerations should be given to garage treatments that would reduce visual impacts, including, for instance, a green-screen integrated into the facade designs to conceal and create an improved composition. Supported on a stainless steel trellis, the green-screen would add interest and blend with the existing hillside.

(xx) Any furnishings must not only enhance visitor comfort, convenience and safety, but provide also an overall aesthetic that takes its influence from Olmsted Walk, which includes but is not limited to walls, lighting and railings.

(xxi) In addition to concealing vehicles and blending with the hillside, roof top landscaping should be provided to reduce and treat stormwater runoff at the upper level of the CPF. This landscaping should include a small plaza that celebrates the transition between parking and the Zoo entry.

(xxii) Designs must conform to all relevant standards, including those for safety, accessibility and stormwater management. Life safety code considerations will require fire rated construction, fire suppression, open configuration of the garage, and distributed egress paths.

2.2. As stipulated in Section 5.8.1 of the Agreement, designs will require third party approvals for District developments of this nature, including the approvals required by the applicable Governmental Authorities, neighborhood civil associations, and any other applicable entities.

3. Scope of Works In order to adequately service current and projected parking demand, the Smithsonian requires the construction of the CPF, a Pedestrian Bridge and Mid-Point Connector Pathway, and Ancillary Works. As a gateway to the NZP, the Developer shall be required to use design and construction standards befitting a world class facility. The required capital investments (Construction Works) are presented below:

3.1. Central Parking Facility (1,285 Parking Spaces)

(i) The CPF is a multi-story parking facility accommodating 1,285 Parking Spaces to be built atop the existing roof top of parking Lot C, which was originally designed and built in the mid 1970s to receive a three-level terraced and stepped-back level concrete parking structure which was never built. Lot C is the roof deck of the GSB. As such, the column spacing in the existing GSB is designed to accommodate a design approach with a terraced parking structure on the roof.

(ii) The GSB is located on the north side of North Road, NZP’s singular roadway which connects the upper and lower Zoo to Connecticut Ave, Beach Drive and the Adams Morgan neighborhood. The GSB second floor is approximately 55,621 GSF. The roof extends beyond this footprint to the north and is approximately 60,000 GSF.

(iii) Except as may be agreed to by the Smithsonian in accordance with Section 4.3.2 of the Agreement, the GSB must remain fully functional and operational during the construction of the CPF, as it contains mission critical spaces like the commissary, along with facilities and Zoo operations and maintenance shops such as electrical, HVAC, plumbing, metal working, carpentry, vehicle maintenance, and horticulture. The GSB is also the location of the Zoo’s fleet fuel depot for gasoline and diesel vehicles. In addition, the northwest end of the building houses two floors of general support offices, locker rooms, restrooms, and is the central zoo office for the Smithsonian Facilities Organization, as well as Park Management, Exhibits, Safety and Health. All of these spaces and functions must remain fully operational during the construction.

(iv) Due to the current column spacing and load restrictions, parking layout options may be somewhat challenging, potentially impacting circulation and/or space utilization for the CPF.

(v) The Smithsonian recently finalized the $30.7 million GSB Lateral Strengthening and Fire Protection and Retaining Wall (2012), SF Project #1233101. The work included: installing a new retaining wall along North Road, repairing existing damage from very large Earth forces from the adjacent hill, stopping water infiltration, and strengthening approximately 20 columns.

(vi) The column strengthening was undertaken in part to accommodate the Concept 2 parking garage layout referenced in the 2011 General Services Building Parking and Office Expansion Final Report, in an effort to minimize disruption to the building operations during the construction of the new parking garage facility. Depending on the CPF design solution, the Developer may be required – at its sole expense – to undertake additional column and footing strengthening within and beyond the Project construction zones.

(vii) The 2011 GSB Parking and Office Expansion Report recommended a steel framed, tiered solution that would extend south and east beyond the existing GSB. Up to 5 additional decks would be provided at the highest tier.

(viii) Steel is preferred to concrete for the new structure because its lighter weight allows the addition of more parking levels. Further, a new steel structure is more readily constructed as an addition to the existing building.

(ix) It should be noted that although the existing parking lot on the CPF Site has a 6% east/west slope, new parking levels should be set closer to level with a 2% slope.

(x) As indicated in Section 2 of these Technical Requirements, design solutions must account for the proper stewardship of the land, overall visitor experience and both animal and human health, safety and welfare. The CPF design should be fully aligned with the NZP mission, including incorporation of GBCI Green Garage standards or an equivalent. The CPF must also provide for a functional, safe, ADA compliant / universally accessible visitor experience.

(xi) The CPF is intended to be a landmark site, characterized by architectural excellence and will require certain Government Authority approvals, with input and collaboration with the National Park Service for projects in and around Rock Creek National Park. The CPF Site sits at a topographic high point adjacent to an important visual corridor and sensitive riparian area in Rock Creek Park, so it is critically important that design and massing minimize visual intrusion from Olmsted Walk and Rock Creek Park, with particular emphasis on views from Beach Drive and adjacent recreational trails. The CPF must also be designed and constructed to protect the adjacent natural habitat by retaining and treating stormwater on-site to eliminate runoff into Rock Creek. Finally, the design should reflect best management practices related to low-impact development and sustainability, incorporating where reasonably feasible elements such as green roofs, vegetated walls and solar infrastructure. Likewise, alternative garage treatments should be considered to reduce visual impacts.

(xii) The CPF must be designed and built to accommodate a bus drop-off and turn-around bay. The bus drop-off and turn-around bay is envisioned to be used for channeling large groups of visitors through the drop-off sequence and up to and onto Zoo grounds via the Pedestrian Bridge. The bus drop-off and turn-around bay must be aligned with general design requirements as a welcoming, functional, safe, ADA compliant / universally accessible visitor experience. The CPF is not envisioned to be utilized for bus parking. The bus drop-off and turn-around bay is not required to be within (inside) the CPF. The bus drop-off and turn-around bay may be outside of and adjacent to the CPF.

(xiii) The CPF should likewise be designed as an adaptable and intuitive multi-modal parking facility. Green and open areas on the rooftop or within the CPF may be used for Commercial Activities and alternative uses that could enhance revenue generation in accordance with the requirements of the Agreement.

(xiv) Electric vehicle charging stations, allocations for vehicle sharing programs, and other accommodations should be considered in accordance with Prudent Industry Practice.

(xv) The CPF must include at least two high-capacity elevators and a wide stairwell to access the Pedestrian Bridge. The stairwell should provide vistas of the Zoo. The CPF must also be serviced by public restrooms, as well as real-time parking technology and automated entry and payment systems.

(xvi) The Developer shall be responsible for all signage and wayfinding within the CPF, as well as directional signage to and from the CPF within the NZP.

(xvii) Service access and back of house access must be considered and accommodated for in the design of the CPF. Impacts to visitor experience from service and back of house shall be minimized.

(xviii) Additional technical specifications are included in Section 4 of these Technical Requirements.

3.2. Pedestrian Bridge

(i) The Developer shall design and construct a wide pedestrian bridge linking the CPF to the Mid-Point Connector Pathway and the Zoo. According to the 2008 Comprehensive Facilities Master Plan, the Pedestrian Bridge will connect to the Zoo between the Small Mammal Building and the Reptile Building. The connection between the CPF and the Zoo must provide a welcoming, functional, safe, ADA compliant / universally accessible visitor experience.

(ii) The Pedestrian Bridge (and access within the CPF to the Pedestrian Bridge) will be critical to the visitors’ Zoo arrival experience. The objective is to create a sense of anticipation and character appropriate to the Zoo experience. Where the Pedestrian Bridge lands on the opposite side of North Road, inspired landscaping and paving design is expected to celebrate entry into the Zoo. The design should be iconic and evoke the character of the Zoo.

(iii) The Pedestrian Bridge must provide adequate width to accommodate visitors exiting and entering the Zoo grounds. The Pedestrian Bridge must be designed in such a manner as to support the operation of light equipment for snow removal and/or snow melting.

(iv) Designs shall include logical solutions for restricting pedestrian circulation on to the North Road from any points in the CPF. No pedestrian is allowed to access the North Road. See CPF Entry Landing Study Limits.

(v) Considerations for placement of the Pedestrian Bridge will be dictated by clearance requirements for the Pedestrian Bridge across North Road and available area on the Zoo side to accommodate circulation, security access and associated infrastructure and visitor amenities. The Pedestrian Bridge foundations over North Road will require close coordination with and adaptation around existing soil nails and tie backs of the retaining wall.

(vi) Access to the Pedestrian Bridge must be clearly delineated with easily visible wayfinding at each parking deck, as well as in the Mid-Point Connector Pathway zone. As indicated above, the CPF must include elevators and a wide stairwell providing access from parking levels to the Pedestrian Bridge. Pedestrians shall not be permitted to access the Zoo from North Road, so the Pedestrian Bridge will need to attend to all pedestrians accessing the Zoo through the CPF.

(vii) The proposed layout should enable a linear connection through the interstitial spaces, providing a direct connection to the Zoo’s primary circulation spine, Olmsted Walk. Landscaping and signage must be incorporated into the Pedestrian Bridge in accordance with the OWDG.

3.3. Mid-Point Connector Pathway

(i) The Developer shall design and construct a mid-point connector pathway that establishes a direct linear connection between the CPF via the Pedestrian Bridge to the Zoo’s primary circulation spine, Olmsted Walk.

(ii) The Pedestrian Bridge and Mid-Point Connector Pathway must be designed to allow for the potential incorporation by the Smithsonian of a future visitor screening on the Mid-Point Connector Pathway on the Zoo-side of the Pedestrian Bridge.

(iii) The Mid-Point Connector Pathway should be designed and constructed to create a sense of anticipation and character appropriate to the NZP experience.

(iv) As defined in the 2016 OWDG, the Mid-Point Connector Pathway must provide a positive, impactful, first impression and aid in orienting visitors to the NZP. The OWDG sets forth a baseline for an aesthetic framework for horticulture, hardscape, universal accessibility, lighting, railings, site features and structures, signage and wayfinding, visitor services and operations and infrastructure.

(v) The Developer shall provide basic accommodations for the Mid-Point Connector Pathway, including landscaping, pathways, lighting, landscaping, signage and general accommodations (such as seating). All elements must be universally accessible and meet or exceed ADA code requirements while preserving the visual unity and historic character of the Zoo.

(vi) The Mid-Point Connector Pathway shall establish an open and generous space that can be populated by the Smithsonian at a future date with a full range of visitor amenities and allow for flexible programming including but not limited to: seasonal carts and kiosks for retail, food service and other concessions and areas for keeper talks, animal demos and other pop-up programming (please refer to OWDG – Plazas and Niches for prototypes).

(vii) The Mid-Point Connector Pathway shall ensure the Zoo’s entry point provides a positive, impactful first impression and aid in orienting visitors to the NZP.

(viii) The Mid-Point Connector Pathway must preserve the visual unity and historic character of the walk by using paving strategies called out in the OWDG or suggest a related palette for review and approval by Smithsonian.

(ix) Designs should ensure the preservation of existing healthy tree canopy to the greatest extent possible. Removal of trees must be assessed through a certified arborist.

(x) Landscape character must be predominantly comprised of non-invasive, deer-resistant plants native to Rock Creek or of known species that thrive in the Zoo’s environment, subject to Smithsonian approval.

(xi) The Mid-Point Connector Pathway shall integrate with the aesthetic quality of the Zoo and natural park environment.

(xii) The Mid-Point Connector Pathway must include signage and wayfinding to assist with visitor orientation to the Zoo. All signage and wayfinding throughout the entire Project must be marked by a combination of distinct and memorable color, shape, style, signage and plantings (as appropriate). Refer to OWDG – Concession Signage Style Guidelines and NZP Exhibits. Signage and wayfinding shall establish a distinct identity related to Olmsted Walk and differentiate itself from other secondary paths and exhibit styles.

(xiii) The Mid-Point Connector Pathway should frame views of the iconic Reptile Discovery Center and the Gorilla outdoor habitat, and offer screen views to the Great Ape House.

(xiv) Any furnishings must not only enhance visitor comfort, convenience and safety but provide an overall aesthetic that takes its influence from Olmsted Walk which includes but is not limited to walls, lighting and railings.

(xv) Needed utility and security shall be integrated with the character of Olmsted Walk or an approved design that reflects and respects the historic nature of the Zoo and architecture.

3.4. Ancillary Works

(i) The Developer shall be responsible at its own expense for executing and delivering the decommissioning and stabilization with natural habitat surface of surface Parking Lots A, B, and D (the Ancillary Works).

(ii) After Substantial Completion of the CPF and delivery of the Acceptance Letter by the Smithsonian to the Developer, the Smithsonian shall direct the Developer to close and decommission surface Parking Lots A, B, and D.

(iii) The Developer shall be solely and exclusively responsible for the removal and relocation of all the items from surface Parking Lots A, B, and D.

(iv) The Developer shall coordinate with the Smithsonian for the removal, relocation and installation of the lighting posts with lighting fixtures and all other associated equipment and accessories to Parking Lot E.

(v) The Developer shall remove the parking attendant booth(s) and card readers, which shall be salvaged and physically returned to the Smithsonian at a site designated by the Smithsonian.

(vi) The Developer shall completely remove all asphalt from Parking Lots A, B and D, including parking surfaces, curbs, and entrance and exits, rendering the surface free of debris. The surfaces will subsequently be filled with premium top soil naturalized with seed, shrubs and tree plantation approved by the Smithsonian in accordance with the standards of these Technical Requirements.

(vii) The stabilization of Parking Lots A, B, and D shall also include an automatic and controllable irrigation or sprinkler system to ensure the sustainability of the installed landscaping. It should be noted that Parking Lots B and D are in close proximity to a water main, however, Parking Lot A is anticipated to require directional boring of approximately 300 ft.

(viii) The Developer shall assess the need for any required redesign of existing stormwater management system as a result of the decommissioning of the Parking Lots A, B, and D and make any needed improvements, if so required.

4. Additional Technical Specifications

4.1. Mechanical

(i) The Developer shall provide high energy efficient environmental control within the CPF and all its associated enclosed support spaces that include offices, mechanical / electrical / plumbing services rooms, public restrooms, elevators machine rooms, stairs, visitors connecting bridge, entrance and exit ramps.

(ii) Operations, Maintenance and Controls Systems. The Developer shall install and utilize an engineering controls system that shall be compatible with the NZP’s Building Automation System (BAS) central control system. The Developer shall be responsible for the complete operations and controls management and maintenance of all the CPF building engineering systems in accordance with the terms of the Agreement.

4.2. Electrical

(i) The National Electrical Code, 2017 basic design specifications and criteria must be referenced in designs, as relevant.

(ii) Electrical Systems Description: A full complement of electrical systems, emergency electrical systems, lightening protection system and associated appurtenances must be provided to support the CPF.

(iii) Emergency Power: The Developer shall evaluate the capacity of the existing emergency generator at the GSB and verify whether the available spare capacity will meet the demand required for the CPF’s emergency load. If not, then the Developer shall provide an emergency generator of adequate capacity to meet the needs of the CPF.

(iv) All electrical circuits within the garage area will be installed in exposed, surface-mounted, weather proof galvanized steel conduits and boxes.

(v) Electrical systems shall be designed to adhere to Green Garage standards (or LEED principles when Green Garage standards are not available), including on-site renewable energy (wind, solar, etc.) and innovative design initiatives.

4.3. Lighting

(i) In accordance with relevant Green Garage standards, lighting for the CPF, Pedestrian Bridge and Mid-Point Connector Pathway shall be provided with energy efficient LED fixtures and digital lighting controls to automatically vary illumination levels during occupied daylight hours, after sundown, after hours and during special events. Lighting for emergency egress will be fed from the life safety branch of the emergency generator system. Lighting levels will comply with SI design standards, ASHRAE 90.1 and IES recommended lighting levels.

(ii) Exterior lighting shall be dark-sky compliant.

(iii) Lighting must conform with Smithsonian Security Design Criteria.

4.4. Utility Meters

(i) In accordance with Section 4.7 of the Agreement, the Developer shall procure and arrange for all utilities for the Parking System Site, including, without limitation, power, water, natural gas, steam, internet, telephone and waste removal.

(ii) The Developer agrees to obtain needed utility services from any private or municipal supplier who should, during the Term, become able to deliver such services to the Parking System Site.

(iii) In the event that the Smithsonian shall furnish the Developer with any utilities or services maintained by the Smithsonian which the Developer may require in connection with its use of the Parking System Site, the Developer shall pay the Smithsonian the cost incurred in providing such utilities or services, in addition to the Annual Concession Fee. Such charges will be determined by the Smithsonian in accordance with Applicable Law. The Developer, at its sole cost, shall install or cause to be installed metering devices for utilities provided by the Smithsonian serving the Parking System Site prior to delivery of any utilities, which shall conform with the following specifications:

(a) Stand-alone metering, analog dial-up connection to data collections and Onican meters are prohibited. Use existing E-Mon Energy software for meters’ data collection. Use E-Mon class 5000 meters w/ EZ-7 for electricity.

(b) Other utilities metering must have pulse output. Connect the pulse output from these meters to the E-Mon electric meter. E-Mon class 5000 meters can take in two pulse inputs. If more metering is needed or other utilities metering is not nearby then install E-Mon’s Interval Data Recorder (IDR).

(c) Ethernet drop is required for each E-Mon’s device’s location. If multiple devices are in close location, only one Ethernet drop is needed, and then connect other devices by using RS485 connections.

(d) Get and set up static IP address for each Ethernet drop from SI-OCIO.

(e) Test to make sure all meters are working properly and approved by SI-Energy Group/SI-POC Construction Management.

(f) Add all meters to the existing E-Mon Energy software by a certified E-Mon technician.

(iv) The volume of utilities used by the Developer shall be determined by such metering devices. It is expressly agreed and understood that the Smithsonian in no way warrants the continued availability, maintenance, or adequacy of any utilities or services furnished to the Developer pursuant to the Agreement.

4.5. Plumbing Systems

(i) Construction Works shall be in conformance to the following plumbing systems design standards, codes and guidelines. Plumbing systems include domestic cold water and hot water supply, sanitary/waste water discharge, venting, stormwater drainage, emergency stormwater drainage system and other applicable equipment and fixtures including those referenced below:

(a) DOEE Rules and Guidelines for Storm Water Collection & Management;

(b) International Plumbing Code, 2015 or the latest edition; and

(c) DCWASA/DC-Water Standards, Regulations and Guidelines.

4.6. Public Restrooms

(i) The Developer shall provide men’s, women’s and family/child care restrooms within the CPF. The restrooms shall be ADA accessible. Low water high efficiency plumbing fixtures shall be selected.

(ii) Restrooms must provide an adequate number of plumbing fixtures to meet the requirement based on visitor and traffic flows with an appropriate diversity factor; provided, however, that no fewer than twenty-one (21) restroom stalls must be included in the CPF. Refer to NZP Visitor Services and Circulation Study (Rev 1) by ORCA, dated April 2008 for visitors’ count estimates.

4.7. Freeze Protection

(i) The Developer shall provide freeze protection to all water borne piping exposed and where required or subject to freezing.

4.8. Plumbing Risers and Drains

(i) The Developer shall provide conceptual locations of sanitary, vent, stormwater and hot and cold water risers and building drains for the CPF.

4.9. Structural

(i) The GSB Lateral Strengthening and Fire Protection construction documents, dated August 16, 2012, reference the intended columns to be reinforced during the construction project to accommodate Concept 2 of the 2011 GSB Parking and Office Expansion Final Report. Refer to the Final as-built drawings for accuracy. Additional column and footing strengthening may be required within and outside of the Project construction zones, depending on the parking garage design solution.

(ii) During a recent study for snow removal operations, it was discovered that a number of GSB columns do not have adequate punching shear capacity for the existing loads. The Developer shall develop a methodology to reinforce the structure in order to resist the effects of punching shear. (Structural reports “Denis McMullan GSB Power Point December 12, 2016, GSB Punching Shear Study and as-built drawings were provided to the Developer during the RFP Process).

4.10. Fire Protection

(i) The Office of Safety Health Environment & Management (OSHEM) has jurisdiction for the approval of the construction documents for the design of the fire protection engineering systems, including all associated hydraulic calculations. The Developer shall not order ordering fire protection equipment for installation prior to Smithsonian authorization and approval.

4.11. Elevators/Vertical Transport

(i) Refer to Division 14 – Conveying Systems of the Smithsonian Institution Facilities Design Standards (January 2012). The design shall be in full compliance with Division 14. In accordance with Division 14, the Smithsonian hereby expressly approves the use of machine room-less (MRL) elevators for the CPF.

4.12. Demolition of Existing Trailers

(i) To prepare the CPF Site, the Developer shall be responsible for removing five (5) existing office trailers with all associated MEP piping and appurtenances. Work includes disconnecting all utilities up to the point of concealment and the capping and air-tight sealing at the point of disconnection from the existing utilities.

5. Constructability Considerations

5.1. Continuity of GSB Operations

The GSB is home to the NZP commissary and is next to the loading dock. The continued operations at the commissary are vital for the animal care at the NZP. The commissary is equipped with cold storages for preservation of variety of food for the animals. An un-interrupted structured program for food preparation is followed thru in the commissary premises in accordance to the daily dietary requirements of different species. Every day food delivery trucks unload at various times at the loading dock. A bamboo storage for the Pandas is part of the commissary. The GSB is also home to the NZP fleet fuel depot, vehicle operations and maintenance shops, NZP Exhibits offices, NZP Park Management as well as general administrative offices and engineering (design and construction) support offices, locker rooms and employee restrooms.

(i) Due to the variety of significant operating services within GSB, and unless otherwise authorized by the Smithsonian pursuant to the Agreement, the Developer shall not interfere with the operations of the GSB, as the GSB must remain fully functional and operational 24-hours every day throughout the Project. The Developer shall undertake any and all activities required to protect the safety of all people and property accessing and located in the GSB.

(ii) The Developer shall plan the means and methods of construction to accommodate the accessibility to the GSB between the hours of 5:00am to 6:00pm daily. During snow emergencies, the Developer shall make accommodations to allow access for snow removal equipment/trucks earlier than 5:00am and later than 6:00pm, depending on weather conditions.

(iii) The reinforcement of the GSB required to resist the effects of punching shear at the columns in the commissary area(s) must be performed during off hours. The work area shall be protected with coverings to prevent the spread of dust and debris to the adjacent areas. Following off hours work, the area shall be rendered clean in compliance with all applicable codes and commissary standards procedures and guidelines for food preparations prior to 5:00am. The Developer shall coordinate with the PMU for approval of means and methods prior to the start of work in the commissary.

5.2. Other

Tree Removal. To ensure the preservation of the existing healthy tree canopy, the Smithsonian must provide prior-written approval to the Developer for the removal of any trees or major plantings from the Parking System Site.

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