UST Project SOW.pdf

SALISBURY VAMC UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK SYSTEM REPAIRS (UST) /

UPGRADES FOR Building 42, 21 and 32.

STATEMENT OF WORK

General. --The Contractor will provide all transportation, materials, hardware and parts, tools, specialized equipment, labor, supervision and technical expertise for the UST repair and upgrade project for Building 42, 21 and 32.

(1.1) The contractor shall provide environmental consultants with specialized underground storage tank system experience and knowledge.

(1.2) The contractors shall be properly credentialed to install, repair and program the tank monitoring systems, double walled fiberglass piping, valves and wiring.

(1.3) The contractors shall be based within 250 miles of project work area.

(1.4) Repairs conducted under the scope of the contract must result in passing tests for all currently enforceable NCDEQ and EPA regulations.

(1.5) Coordination of sump and line testing shall be included under the contract in addition to the cost associated with third party testing.

(1) Coordination. Engineering Service, Safety Section will serve as the focal point.

(2.1) Site Visits. Contractors are encouraged to conduct a pre-proposal site visit. Site visits must be pre-coordinated and prescheduled with the Safety Section. Unannounced site visits will not be honored. The Federal Government will not incur any cost associated with site visits.

(2.2) The Contractor must pre –coordinate work.

Work will be performed Monday-Friday with 8-10 hour shifts beginning no earlier than 7:00am and ending no later than 7:00pm.

The contractor shall not be required, except in case of emergency, to furnish such services on a Federal Holiday or during off duty hours as described below.

Federal Holidays: The 10 holidays observed by the Federal Government are:

New Year’s Day Martin Luther King’s Day President’s Day Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Christmas

(2.3) The Safety Section will be immediately notified whenever work associated with this project or related activities interfere with normal VAMC operations.

(2) Specific Requirements. The Contractors work shall include:

BUILDING 42

1. Cut back existing backup lines for generator room.

2. Remove portions of the existing supply and return lines for transition sump installation.

3. Install transition sump at brick building for transition of underground piping to above ground piping.

4. Tie in new transition sump piping to existing underground lines.

5. Excavate to top of tank by removing existing 6 x 10 tank pad, manholes, culvert and existing sump.

6. Set new tank-top dual multiport sump with spill containers for fill and probe access.

7. Install new overfill prevention valve.

8. Install ball valves and test port tees to ensure proper testing can be done on the generator lines. Valves and tees will be installed inside the generator room and tank sump.

9. Ensure the piping system is European suction.

10. Repair electrical for interstitial at tank. Existing is running into sump with no boot at penetration.

11. Remove water from dry interstitial tank area with hand pump.

12. Replace interstitial sensor at tank. Install new TSP interstitial sensor.

13. Pour concrete pads at tank-top and transition sump, incorporating bollards at transition sump.

14. Install bollards at transition sump. Sump will be placed in grass area and bollards are to protect piping from landscape equipment.

15. Install new overfill alarm and acknowledge switch in place of existing. This is connected to the Incon system and must be tested for proper operation.

16. Repair minor programming for overfill alarm and level percentages for the tank. Program the high to be 90% and the high/high to be 95%.

BUILDING 21

1. Cut back existing backup lines for generator room.

2. Remove portions of the existing supply and return lines for transition sump installation.

3. Install transition sump at brick building for transition of underground piping to above ground piping.

4. Tie in new transition sump piping to existing underground lines.

5. Excavate to top of tank by removing existing 6 x 10 tank pad, manholes, culvert and existing sump.

6. Set new tank-top dual multiport sump with spill containers for fill and probe access.

7. Install new overfill prevention valve.

8. Install ball valves and test port tees to ensure proper testing can be done on the generator lines.

Valves and tees will be installed inside the generator room and tank sump.

9. Ensure the piping system is European suction.

10. Repair electrical for interstitial at tank. Existing is running into sump with no boot at penetration.

11. Remove water from dry interstitial tank area with hand pump.

12. Replace interstitial sensor at tank. Install new TSP interstitial sensor.

13. Pour concrete pads at tank-top and transition sump, incorporating bollards at transition sump.

14. Install bollards at transition sump. Sump will be placed in grass area and bollards are to protect piping from landscape equipment.

15. Install new overfill alarm and acknowledge switch in place of existing. This is connected to the Incon system and must be tested for proper operation.

16. Repair minor programming for overfill alarm and level percentages for the tank. Program the high to be 90% and the high/high to be 95%.

BUILDING 32

1. Remove existing above-ground steel supply and return product lines on generator building.

Approximately 35' of piping.

2. Properly dispose of all piping and insulation.

3. Replace existing above-ground steel supply and return lines.

4. Cut existing underground fiberglass product lines back, and install transition sump at generator for transition of underground piping to above-ground piping.

5. Re-connect product lines with necessary tees and cut-off valves for testing product lines inside the transition sump. These tees will be used for testing purposes at both ends of the lines.

6. Install and wire transition sump sensor for monitoring transition sump. Sensor will be wired to existing Incon EVO system.

7. Test product lines for integrity and hydrostatically test new transition sump.

8. Re-program Incon ATG to recognize new sump sensor and set proper overfill alarm and level percentages for the tank.

9. Complete form UST 19 to ensure American or European suction on product lines.

10. If deemed American suction, Contractor will install test ports (Tees) and cut off valves for return and supply lines at Generator room and tank-top sump. These tees will be used for testing purposes at both ends of the product lines.

• Price is to include all labor, tools and equipment to be provided by contractor.

• Contractor will check-in and coordinate work areas and times with the Safety Service located in Building 21B.

• Vendor will provide cleanup and debris removal (via a covered cart) and check out with the Safety Service when job is completed.

• NOTE: Work is being completed in a hospital environment. The Contractor must take all precautions to ensure all tools and materials are under continuous observation and accountability. At no time will tools be left unattended or unsecured.

• When clearance has been achieved, notify the Safety Service to inspect and accept all accomplished work.

• Provide the Safety Service with the waste manifest within 45 business days.

• Provide the Safety Service all documentation and warranty information concerning installed components and work accomplished.

• Ensure all invoicing documents are submitted in-accordance with the instructions provided in the formal contract.

(4) Other Station Rules and Guidelines. The Contractor will adhere to the following station rules.

4.1. All work will be accomplished to industry standards and compliant with all current CODE requirements (Life Safety, NFPA, Electrical, and Building). All Department of Veteran Affairs, Federal regulations, and codes will be complied with.

4.2. This is a hospital environment. The Contractor and his personnel are expected to be appropriately dressed (preferably uniformed) and to conduct themselves professionally, with a minimum amount of noise.

4.3. This is a federal facility as well as a medical center. As such, there is NO tobacco usage allowed inside any federal building or on the grounds except in designated areas. The Safety Service will brief the Contractor as to the designated smoking areas prior to commencement of the contract. Failure to follow these regulations can result in removal of the worker or Contractor from the facility and/or a US Magistrate’s ticket and fine.

4.4. Parking will be in designated lots. Consult with the VA police as to allowable parking and material drop-off when you arrive on station. Valet parking is only for patients and should not be utilized.

4.5. The Contractor will responsible for ensuring that all the employees and other personnel visiting the work site have and are using the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that addresses the particular hazards found at the site. The Contractor will be responsible for the upkeep, issue, and training for the PPE used and maintaining all required documentation. Full compliance with OSHA regulations regarding PPE is expected.

4.6 The Contractor shall provide copies of the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for any chemicals brought onto the Station for this project.

4.7 The Contractor shall provide copies of all training, licensure, medical clearance, fit test records, and a written respiratory protection program prior to commencing the project.

4.8 The Contractor shall provide documentation required for employee credentialing / acquisition of VA issued identification badges.