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Summary: Statement of Work for VASNHS Education Building Training Hub Renovation

This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for construction management services related to the renovation of the Education Building Training Hub at VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS) in Las Vegas, Nevada. The project encompasses comprehensive upgrades to the training facility including structural modifications, technology integration, and infrastructure improvements. Key construction tasks include: constructing two new 10-foot pony walls with television mounting capability; replacing a manual dividing wall with an automatic electric partition wall; combining four separate storage rooms into two larger spaces; removing and replacing carpeting and flooring throughout the training quad and corridor areas; replacing entrance doors (36" to 42"); removing ceiling-mounted projectors and smartboards; installing new podiums with underfloor utility runs requiring Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) scanning; upgrading electrical, data, and lighting systems; and repainting all walls. The contractor must coordinate with the VA's separately-procured audiovisual equipment vendor for installation integration. The period of performance is 120 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with normal duty hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, excluding federal holidays.

Deliverables include a QA/QC plan, specification submittal register, phasing plan, Critical Path Method (CPM) construction schedule, shop drawings with stamped structural engineer calculations, product data, samples, and as-built drawings. All submittals must be provided in searchable PDF format with bookmarked tables of contents, uploaded to a construction management platform such as Procore. The contractor must conduct site investigations, develop an Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) plan with dust containment measures, hold a pre-construction mini charrette within 10 business days of NTP, and attend bi-weekly construction meetings. All contractor and subcontractor personnel require Non-PIV Card security clearance, which may require 30-45 days for background investigation. The government allows 5 business days for review and response to submittals and Requests for Information (RFIs).

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STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

Project 593-26-103 Renovate Education Building Training Hub VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System 6900 North Pecos Road, N. Las Vegas, NV 89086 Building 7

PROJECT SUMMARY

The VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS) Education Services Department requires the renovation of the main training hub and surrounding spaces to properly facilitate educational training and other events within the space. The current space is equipped with aging infrastructure and AV equipment that often fails and interrupts the services being provided. The training hub is also not sufficiently equipped with adequate internal storage space, resulting in unavoidably crowded and unsightly space. Furthermore, aging finishes of the space – such as flooring, wall surfaces and paint require replacement, refurbishment or upgrade to establish proper professional appearance for all stakeholders of the educational training hub.

SCOPE

VASNHS solicits the services of a licensed contractor for construction management services for the renovation of the education training hub. The renovation project encompasses significant upgrades to improve functionality, aesthetics, and technology integration. The scope includes: constructing two new 10’ high pony walls, 6’ from northern wall with a 3’ 6’’ min. opening from western wall; installing all necessary hardware, electrical and data connections to mount and connect a television on the southern face of these pony walls; removal of the existing manual vertical dividing wall and installation of a new automatic dividing wall in its place; complete removal and disposal of the horizontal dividing wall and all attached and associated hardware and components; combining of rooms 1H125A with 1H122A and 1H124A with 1H123A creating two larger spaces; removal of existing acoustic ceiling in each storage room and installation of new acoustic ceiling in larger storage rooms; Removal of existing twin double door assemblies at each storage room and installation of single double door assemblies in their place; replacement of existing carpet tiles in the training quad rooms with new carpet tiles; the quad’s surrounding corridor’s carpet tiling shall be removed and replaced with terrazzo-style tile flooring; Removal of two (2) existing 36’’ northern entrance doors and replacement with two (2) new 42’’ doors; removal of all ceiling-mounted projectors and their associated wiring, as well as the ceiling mounted projector screens installed within the quad; removal of existing 3 smartboards and their associated wiring within the quad; preparation of the southern walls within 1H124 and 1H125 for mounting of two new monitors; removal of existing podiums located in 1H122, 1H123, 1H124, and 1H125 along with their utilities; Installation of new underfloor utility runs for the two new podiums in 1H124 and 1H125 requiring trenching into concrete and GPR scanning; and repainting of entire wall space within education quad.

Additionally, contractor shall install all required utilities and connections for new audiovisual equipment within the education quad rooms that is being procured as a part of a separate VA effort. Contractor will be expected to work in conjunction with chosen equipment manufacturer or their assignee for the installation of equipment. This assignee may have workers within the boundary of construction to facilitate the installation of the new AV equipment within the education training quad.

HOURS OF OPERATION & HOLIDAYS

Normal duty hours are 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday not including standard Federal Holidays. Federal Holidays can be obtained on OPM’s website (www.opm.gov). All work performed shall be coordinated and scheduled through the COR. Any off-duty work must be coordinated with the COR at least 2 weeks prior to the work taking place.

DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES OR SERVICE OBJECTIVES

The contractor will provide all labor, materials, tools, associated equipment, and services necessary for the service of the areas of work of this project as listed below. All proposals shall include all stages of services for this project. The respective areas of work are shown in the attached drawings, 593-26-103 Reference Drawings.

CONSTRUCTION PHASES AND REQUIREMENTS

Site Investigation, Engineering, and Inspections

1. Perform Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) scanning to identify existing structure within the existing concrete floor slab.

a. GPR scanning shall be done prior to any concrete work for the new podium utility runs and floor box.

b. Contractor shall coordinate with Equipment Vendor and VA to determine exact locations of new utility runs and floor box for new podiums based on the findings of the GPR scans.

2. Retain a licensed Structural Engineer to provide stamped structural shop drawings and calculations for the structural support of the new automatic partition wall track. Calculations shall verify adequate building structural support for the automatic dividing wall and seismic design per code. Provide structural drawings per Submittal Table in Submission Requirements for Deliverables.

Installation The attached drawings labeled “593‑26‑103 Reference Drawings” are provided for reference only and do not constitute construction documents. The Contractor is responsible for determining the means and methods necessary to execute all work described in this Statement of Work (SOW). All work shall be performed in accordance with this SOW and its associated reference documents, with final approval provided by VA COR.

All work below shall be phased to minimize impact on facility operations due to construction. Contractor shall establish a final phasing plan prior to start of work via discussion with VA Engineering/COR, the education services department, and the AV equipment vendor. Final phasing plan will be approved by VA COR.

1.Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA):

1.1 Phasing plan for ICRA barriers will be determined by contractor and approved by VA COR prior to start of work.

1.2 The contractor shall erect ICRA barriers as needed to ensure all construction activities that produce dust or other contaminants do not spread throughout the building.

1.3 Contractor shall provide ICRA barrier shop drawings and ICRA permits showing barrier locations, risk classification, negative pressure filtration devices and other dust containment control measures as necessary for approval by the VA prior to starting work. Contractor is responsible for abiding by all VA ICRA requirements found within the latest VHA ICRA document as applicable.

2. Wall Modifications

2.1 Construct two new 10’ high pony walls, 6’ from the northern wall, with a 3’ 6’’ opening from westernmost wall, to enclose an internal storage space. Wall shall be structurally sound and shall include a box-header that extends into the westernmost wall for support.

2.2 Install all necessary backing materials, electrical, and data connections to support a television (TV and mounts to be installed by others) on the walls.

3. New Automatic Partition Wall

3.1 It is expected that the panel wall may take dual operators due to the length of the wall and the depth of the door storage pockets. If dual operators are needed, they shall operate as a single system with a single control panel to operate the panel system.

3.2 Remove the existing manual vertical dividing walls and track and replace the North / South wall with a new electric automatic continuously hinged dividing wall.

3.2.1 Reuse the exiting door pocket storage walls and enclosure doors.

3.2.2 Install pocket door safety switches to prevent operation of the panel system unless the doors are open.

3.2.3 Install all required utilities, equipment, structural supports, track and associated materials for the new automatic dividing wall.

3.2.4 The contractor shall submit detailed structural shop drawings for the new partition wall supports stamped by a Structural Engineer with a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

3.2.5 The basis of design is the ModernFold Acousti-Seal Legacy Electric Automated Continuously Hinged Panel System, STC 52 with Presto® package or equivalent.

3.2.5.1 Provide control panel and associated wiring as necessary for the new wall.

4. Ceiling Modifications

4.1 Remove the horizontal dividing wall and all associated components and hardware. Gypsum soffit that the dividing wall is located within is to remain. After removal of dividing wall, patch and finish existing soffit to a smooth condition such that no evidence of the previous track remains.

4. 2 Any adjustments made to the acoustic ceiling during construction to accommodate the removal of the manual dividing wall must be returned to original condition.

4.2 Install new ceiling grids and ceiling tiles where equipment was removed to match the existing ceiling grid.

4.3 Re-mount existing Wi-Fi access points, lights, HVAC air terminals in their original locations as necessary.

5.0 Storage Room Modifications

5.1 Expand storage capacity by merging rooms 1H125A and 1H122A, as well as rooms 1H124A and 1H123A, creating larger, more efficient storage areas.

5.2 Install new ceiling grids and ceiling tiles for new combined storage space.

6.0 Podiums

6.1 Remove existing podiums in all four rooms, and their associated furniture feeds, 4-port data, and AV cables not being reused back to source as required by VA requirements.

6.2 Provide new electric and AV/Data to the location of the two new podiums via underfloor conduit and floor boxes, requiring trenching into concrete and GPR scanning. Coordinate with VA and AV equipment vendor for location of new utility runs for new podiums. Equipment vendor reference shown within attached 593-26-103 AV Equipment Locations. This document is for reference only, and shall not be considered construction documents.

6.4 Provide two (2) empty 1 1/4” conduit from each new podium locations to an above ceiling stub out at the nearest wall for AV / Data equipment cabling. Coordinate location with adjacent wall mounted TV AV / Data conduit. Provide all necessary data/power wiring through this new conduit as necessary for new podium connection.

6.5 Coordinate location of podium with spotlights and get VA approval for the final location prior to concrete cutting for floor boxes.

7.0 Lighting Changes

7.1 Install two new spotlights over the new podiums in 1H124 and 1H125. Install separate light switches at indicated locations.

7.2 Remove lights in the East / West partition wall soffit.

8.0 Flooring Changes

8.1 Replace existing carpet tiles in the training quad with new Kinetex 24x24 floor tiles, J+J flooring, Catalyst 1841, Color: 284 Accelerator or equivalent carpet tiles. Submit samples for approval.

8.2 Remove and replace existing corridor carpet tiling with tile flooring matching the terrazzo-style tiles in the main lobby 1H121. Reference the attached specifications for exact tiling.

8.3 Replace cove base moldings and provide transition strips that match surrounding space as needed.

9.0 Door Modifications

9.1 Door Replacement: Replace two (2) existing 36’’ northern entrance doors with two (2) new 42’’ doors. New doors will be compliant with all ABA/ADA standards.

9.2 Replace existing twin double door assemblies at each storage room with single double door assemblies.

9.3 Re-use existing hardware as able. Provide new hardware as necessary. Match existing door materials and finishes.

10.0 Existing Equipment Removal

10.1 Remove all ceiling-mounted projectors and associated power, data and audio-visual wiring. Terminate wiring back to source.

10.2 Remove the ceiling-mounted projector screens and associated wiring in all four rooms. Terminate wirings back to source.

10.2.1 Remove screen control panels and install cover plates over back boxes.

10.3 Remove existing 3 smartboards and prepare the southern walls within 1H124 and 1H125 with all necessary utilities, backing and mounting hardware to mount a 100’’ monitor above the existing smartboard location. Final location of new monitor to be determined by VA COR.

11.0 Electrical Improvements

11.1 Demolish receptacles at each removed smartboard back to the junction box. Provide ivory cover plates for empty back boxes.

11.2 Install all required power receptacles for new audiovisual equipment as necessary. Coordinate with VA and AV equipment vendor.

11.3 Install conduit pathways for new audiovisual equipment as necessary. Coordinate with VA and AV equipment vendor.

11.4 Install quad receptacles at each new podium location in appropriately sized floor boxes

11.5 Install proper electrical circuits as required per the movable partition wall manufacturer's guidelines.

11.6 All electrical circuits are to use open breakers in power panels in 1H139 Electrical Room. Coordinate with VA COR at least 14 calendar days prior to electrical shutdowns and panel selection.

12.0 Data Cable Modifications

12.1 Demolish UTP data cables at each smart screen location back to the 1H127 Telecommunications Room. Provide ivory cover plates for empty back boxes.

12.2 Install new 2-port CAT6A Work Area Outlets (WAO) at the new TV locations. Coordinate height with VA.

12.3 Terminate all new CAT6A UTP in the 1H127 Telecommunications Room.

12.4 Install 2ea new 4-port CAT6A WAO for the new podium floor box locations.

13.0 Painting

14.1 Contractor shall paint all walls within the education quad space. New paint shall match existing paint that is currently present within the quad rooms. See specifications for details.

Protection of Existing Work

1. The Contractor shall preserve and protect all structures and equipment, adjacent to the work site and which do not interfere with the work required under this contract. Contractor is responsible for restoring any structures or equipment that become damaged by contractor’s work.

2. The Contractor shall protect from all damage of improvements and utilities at or near the work site and on adjacent property including those that are the property of a third party from failure to comply with the requirements and reasonable care while performing the work.

3. The contractor shall under regulations prescribed by the Contracting Officer use only the established approved roadways. When materials or equipment are transported, vehicles must not exceed the loading capacity recommended by manufacturers and local or state laws to include the load limit on the upper parking garage deck. When it is necessary for the contractor to cross curbs or sidewalks the contractor shall protect them from damage.

4. It is the responsibility of the contractor to repair suitably or replace all damaged property due to contractors’ negligence.

Period of Performance The Period of Performance will begin upon issuance of a Notice to Proceed from the VA Contracting Officer. All tasks associated with this contract shall be completed within one hundred and twenty (120) calendar days after issuance of notice to proceed (NTP).

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

1. Contractor shall develop and submit an estimated construction schedule within 10 business days of NTP and before start of construction on site.

2. The schedule shall be developed based on the critical path Method (CPM) showing at a minimum the milestones and durations, broken down by discipline applicable to the project (i.e. Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, etc.). This schedule and its durations will be submitted to VA for approval.

3. Contractor shall maintain the schedule to reflect any changes made throughout the construction period. Contractor shall re-submit the schedule if changes are made.

4. Complete construction schedule must fall within the period of performance as defined in the SOW.

5. The schedule, as a minimum, shall show the milestones within the construction phasing plan, proposed phasing notes, and inclusive of major divisions of work.

6. Any closures, disruptions, shutdowns, or other interruptions shall be communicated to the VA COR at least 14 calendar days prior to event and shall be reflected within the project schedule.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR DELIVERABLES

1. The Contractor shall furnish the required documents described following and as listed within the Submittal Table below.

a. Shop Drawings

i. Shop Drawings: Drawings, diagrams, and schedules specifically prepared to illustrate some portion of the work. Drawings prepared by or for the Contractor to show how multiple systems and interdisciplinary work will be integrated and coordinated. The contractor shall provide detailed structural support drawings for the new partition wall track stamped by a Professional Engineer (PE)

b. Product Data

i. Catalog cuts, illustrations, schedules, diagrams, performance charts, instructions, and brochures, which describe and illustrate size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of materials, systems, or equipment for some portion of the work. Samples of warranty language when the contract requires extended product warranties.

c. Samples

i. Physical examples of materials, equipment, or workmanship that illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of a material or product and establish standards by which the work can be judged. Color samples from the manufacturer's standard line (or custom color samples if specified) to be used in selecting or approving Colors for the project.

2. All electronic deliverables submitted as PDF files shall be searchable and contain a bookmarked Table of Contents linked to respective sections, title pages, etc.

Drawings in PDF shall have bookmarks for each drawing page within a table of contents to allow quick navigation to individual drawing sheets.

3. All digital files shall be submitted electronically. Contractor to upload Submittals, RFIs, and other relevant documentation to an online construction management website such as Procore or similar. Contractor will provide VA representatives with proper access to the construction management website. Submittal title pages shall contain at minimum the following: Project Name, Client Name (VA Southern Nevada Health Care System), Contract Number, Project Number, Submittal phase, Name of Contractor, Submittal Date.

4. All files, layers, naming conventions and standards should follow the VA BIM & CAD Standards described on PG-18-13 of the TIL.

5. The Construction Contractor or their assigned Architect-Engineer (A-E) shall develop As-built drawings based on record drawings from construction.

SUBMITTAL TABLE

Submission Phase
Submittals
Hard Copies Qt.
Paper Size for Hard Copies
Digital File Formats
NTP + 5 business days
Construction QA/QC Plan
1
8 ½ x 11 inch
PDF
Before Construction
Specification Submittal Register
2
8 ½ x 11 inch
PDF, Excel
Phasing Plan
2
8 ½ x 11 inch
PDF
CPM Estimated Construction Schedule
2
11 x 17 inch
PDF
Shop Drawings & Product Data
2
8 ½ x 11 inch
PDF
Physical Samples
1 ea.
N/A
N/A
After Construction
As-Builts
2
ARCH E1 – 42 inches by 30 inches

and Half Size

PDF, DWG

STAMPING OF CONTRACT DELIVERABLES

The Construction Contractor shall stamp/seal and date structural construction documents drawings as follows:

1. Each deliverable (drawings) shall have a certified cover document showing for each discipline the name and stamp or seal of the professional who supervised the work, and the date each stamp or seal was affixed; or

2. An electronic equivalent that indicates for each discipline the name, stamp or seal of the professional who supervised the work, and the date each stamp or seal was affixed.

REFERENCES

The references below provide essential, but not all-inclusive, references. Refer to individual technical documents in the Technical Information Library for all VA Design and Construction Criteria. The Construction Contractor will be responsible for reviewing the guidelines in the TIL and incorporating the applicable criteria into the applicable shop drawings.

Comprehensive VA design and construction guidelines and specifications can be found at the Technical Information Library (TIL) at http://www.cfm.va.gov/TIL.

Conflicting criteria shall be brought to the attention of the VA Contracting Officer for resolution.

VA Standard Title/Section

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES PG-18-3 Topics: 01 Codes, Standards and Executive Orders; 02 Drawings

Manual for Preparation for Cost Estimates and Related Documents for VA Facilities

Program Guide PG-18-1 Master Construction Specifications

Program Guide PG-18-3 Design and Construction Procedures

Program Guide PG-18-4 Standard Details and CAD Standards

Program Guide PG-18-10 Design Manuals

Program Guide PG-18-12 Design Guides

Program Guide PG-18-13 Barrier Free Design Standard

Program Guide PG-18-14 Room Finishes, Door, and Hardware Schedule

Program Guide PG-18-15 A/E Submission Requirements – Volume C Minor and NRM Projects

Program Guide PG-18-17 Environmental Compliance Manual

QUALITY CONTROL

1. The Contractor shall develop and execute a QA/QC plan that demonstrates the project plans and specifications have gone through a rigorous, thorough review and coordination effort.

2. Within 10 business days after receipt of Notice to Proceed, the Contractor shall submit a QA/QC plan describing each task that will be taken during development of the various submittals of the project; name of Contractor member responsible for QA/QC for Contracting Officer approval. Each task shall be initialed and dated by the responsible Contractor member.

3. The QA/QC shall cover all elements of the construction of the project.

4. Submit and Maintain a Construction Quality Control (CQC) Plan: As an effective quality control program, the CQC Plan will assure that all services required by this contract are performed and provided in a manner that meets professional construction quality standards in accordance with VA Construction Specifications.

a. As a minimum, all construction activities must be technically reviewed by a competent reviewer identified in the CQC Plan.

i. The Contractor shall submit the resume of the proposed individual who will oversee Quality Control.

b. The same person that performs the construction work which is submitted for quality control may not perform the independent technical review (ITR).

c. Correct errors and deficiencies in construction activities before proceeding to subsequent stages or submitting them for Government review.

5. Include the Construction Schedule in the Master Project Schedule: Show the sequence of events involved in carrying out the construction tasks within the specific Contract period.

a. This should be at a detailed level of scheduling sufficient to identify all major construction tasks, including those that control the flow of work.

b. Include review and correction periods associated with each item to serve as both a forward planning and a project monitoring tool.

c. Include in the CQC Plan the discipline-specific checklists to be used during the construction phases and quality control of each submittal.

d. Submit at each construction phase or discipline-specific milestone as part of the project documentation these completed discipline-specific checklists.

e. If the schedule is changed, submit a revised schedule reflecting the change within 5 business days.

6. Field Construction Quality Control: The CQC Plan must capture the Contractor's intentions to keep field construction work to the utmost quality, ensuring adherence to VA Construction Specifications.

a. The Contractor shall develop and follow specific procedures for conducting inspections, tests, and verifications at different construction stages, with scheduled VA inspections before moving on to other major divisions of labor or closing out major divisions of labor

b. Maintain thorough documentation of all inspections, materials testing, and verifications, including corrective actions taken to address any deficiencies found.

c. Ensure that all construction work, including subcontracted work, is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, and quality standards.

7. Implement the CQC Plan by a Construction Quality Control Manager: This individual will have the responsibility of being cognizant of and assuring that all construction activities on the project are coordinated and quality is maintained.

a. This individual must be a person who has verifiable construction experience and is a certified quality control manager or holds an equivalent qualification.

b. Notify the Contracting Officer, in writing, of the name of the individual, and the name of an alternate person assigned to the position.

8. Quality Assurance Liaison: The Contractor shall ensure ongoing communication and verification of quality standards.

a. Facilitate regular quality assurance meetings to review progress, discuss upcoming activities, and address any quality-related issues. This topic can be implemented in bi-weekly meetings.

b. Provide the COR with access to all quality control records and documentation for review and verification.

PRE-CONSTRUCTION SITE INVESTIGATION

1. The Contractor and/or their assigned representatives shall conduct a site investigation to verify existing conditions of the project areas.

2. The site investigation shall be scheduled for a minimum of one day and be coordinated with the VA COR.

a. The site investigation may take place on the same day as the kickoff meeting.

3. Contractor shall plan to conduct all site investigation activities after hours (after 4:00 pm) to minimize impact to facility operations.

4. Contractor shall at a minimum visually verify locations of floor mounted and ceiling mounted equipment, locations of utilities, telecommunications, and electrical that will need to be addressed per this SOW.

CONSTRUCTION MEETINGS

1. The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR to hold a mini charrette within 10 business days of NTP.

a. The goal of the mini charrette will be to bring the Contractor, affected Services, and Engineering together to discuss typical operations of each area and phasing limitations from the perspective of the Service.

b. The overall intent for this meeting will be to better inform the Contractor’s phasing plan early on to minimize changes to the plan after construction start.

c. The Contractor should allow a minimum of 4 hours for the charrette.

d. Microsoft Teams is an acceptable method to carry out Mini Charrette

e. Mini Charrette Deliverables:

i. The Contractor shall prepare a document that summarizes Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT), phasing, etc. of the items discussed within the mini charette, due 5 VA business days after the mini charrette.

2. The Contractor shall attend the following meetings at the VASNHS Campus:

a. Kick-off meeting (Kick-off meeting shall be held within 10 business days of NTP)

3. The Contractor shall schedule bi-weekly construction meetings. Bi-weekly meetings in this context shall mean “to occur every two (2) weeks”.

a. Bi-weekly meetings shall be held via teleconference.

b. The Contractor shall record minutes for all conferences and meetings.

c. The minutes shall be sent to all attendees within 3 business days of meeting for review and comment.

d. A 3-week lookahead of the current construction schedule should be reviewed at this meeting.

i. Contractor to submit 3-week lookahead no later than 2 business days prior to the scheduled bi-weekly meeting.

e. The Contractor shall incorporate comments, finalize meeting minutes, and send final minutes to all attendees within 5 business days of respective meeting or conference.

REFERENCE MATERIALS

The government will provide the following materials to the contractor for reference during the pre-construction phase:

Item Description
Provided
Format
Hospital As-Built Drawings
As requested by Contractor
AutoCAD Files & PDFs

These as-built drawing files are provided without warranty or obligation as to the accuracy or information contained in the files. All information in the files shall be independently verified by the contractor.

GOVERNMENT REVIEWS

The government requires 5 business days to review and respond to submittals and RFIs unless otherwise modified by this SOW.

VA SECURITY REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTRACTORS

All contractor’s and subcontractor’s personnel shall be subject to VA Directive 0735, Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) Program, Federal laws, regulations, standards, and VA Handbooks regulating VA personnel regarding information and information system security.

a. Non-Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Card requests shall be submitted to VA COR (Contracting Officer Representative) by the contractor. Request submission is the contractor’s responsibility to properly fill out the documents identified below. These documents will become a package for submission of Non-PIV Card application:

1. VA Fingerprinting form

2. Declaration for Federal Employment (OF306), if there are any questions that were answered “yes” on item 9-13 on this form, fill out the appropriate addendum and include in the package.

3. Authorization For Release of Information (VA Form 0710)

4. Self-Certification of Continuous Service

5. Contractor Background Investigation Request

b. Non-PIV Card process may take 30-45 days, depending on the contractor’s personnel background check, Special Agreement Check (SAC). SAC is an automated records check conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in collaboration with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).

c. Non-PIV Card Applicant is subject to National Agency Check with written Inquiries (NACI) conducted by OPM. This investigation covers a period of 5 years and a review of current records in the OPM Security Investigation Index (SII), DOD Defense Central Investigations Index (DCII), FBI name check, and FBI fingerprint check as well as written inquiries from previous employers and references on the application for employment. It is used for Non-sensitive or Low Risk positions in VA.

d. Once all documents are completely and properly filled out, hand carry and submit to VA COR. Do not send completed forms through email due to Personal Identifiable Information.

e. VA COR will then provide all documents to Engineering Service’s VA PIV Sponsor/Manager to initiate the Non-PIV process.

f. PIV Sponsor/Manager will notify each applicant when to proceed for fingerprinting appointment.

g. Each applicant shall be fingerprinted at VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System’s PIV Office, located first floor in Building 6 (Administration Building), 6900 N. Pecos Road, N. Las Vegas, NV 89086. Each applicant shall sign in at the Security Desk.

h. VA COR or PIV Sponsor/Manager will provide status of each applicant’s Non-PIV Card.

i. Non-PIV Card is critical for the construction start date, as the contractor’s personnel without Non-PIV Card may result with a restricted, limited, or no access to the job site. See attached blank forms/documents that is required for submission of Non-PIV Card application for each of contractors/sub-contractors Contractor shall not require access to the VA internal trusted network for this scope. The certification and accreditation (C&A) requirements do not apply and a Security Accreditation Package is not required.

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